Working together for local business.

Business Snowy Valley’s aim is to represent the interests of the business community of Adelong, Batlow, Talbingo and Tumut by providing independent support and advocacy. Business Snowy Valleys is an independent body run by volunteers.

Our Executive Team

  • Michael Hannah

    PRESIDENT

    Michael Hannah is a accomplished transport professional with over 40 years of experience working alongside some of largest transport companies in the country.

    Michael specialises in transport operations and customer service. Michael is currently employed by JJs Waste & Recycling as the Southern NSW Area Manager.

    Michael is passionate about supporting colleagues and uses his positive attitude to encourage others.

  • Carol Hoad

    CO VICE-PRESIDENT

    Carol is the owner/operator of The Local Pizzeria Tumut and Snowy Valleys Gelato. She is a strong supporter of the local busienss community, with a keen eye on tourism, hospitality and the main street of Tumut, as well as the broader interests of the entire Snowy Valleys business community.

    The Local Pizzeria is a multi-award winning business, priding itself on great product, top notch service, showcasing regional producers and also the suppport and development of their team.

  • Ian Ritchie

    CO- VICE PRESIDENT

    Ian has experience in small businesses, including two startups, as well as a background in large corporate and business consulting roles. He is currently working on a business startup to develop and commercialize software to help people optimize their working lives. Ian is keen to collaborate with local businesses to help identify and develop opportunities for business growth and community engagement.

  • Luke Judd

    SECRETARY

  • TRAVIS CURNOW

    TREASURER

  • JAY COZMA

    COMMITTEE

  • Brianna Murray

    COMMITTEE

    Brianna is key member of the team at A Murray and Sons, a multi-generational Tumut-based business rapidly expanding across regional NSW.

  • Andrew Wortes

    COMMITTEE

  • Kate Doust Howarth

    PROJECT OFFICER

    The Project Officer position is a part-time paid position responsible for supporting the Executive Committee, marketing and communciations and working on specific projects as directed by the Committee.

    Kate Doust Howarth is the owner and operator of Kate Howarth Digital, an award-winning boutique communications agency based in Tumut, with clients nationwide, specialising in social media strategy and management, event and project management, copywriting and photography, print and website design and development.