As a co-operative that works with and through others, the RCC has a small team that is currently focused on the areas of the region’s economy that were initially identified as central to the Bega Valley’s circular transformation.
These areas of work include accelerating circular agriculture, fisheries and aquaculture, supporting existing and emerging circular businesses, initiating or expanding energy and waste minimisation projects, and engaging with the local community. Leading the design and construction of the National Circularity Centre is also a key focus.
As well as working on specific projects and initiatives, a large part of the team’s time is spent harnessing the expertise and enthusiasm of our partners and members to develop and implement the flagship projects and initiatives that are at the heart of the Bega Circular Valley Program.
As the program continues to grow, locally based specialists with expertise in specific areas of the Bega Valley’s future circular economy will be added to the team.
Andrew Taylor, CEO
Andrew has been the CEO of the RCC since December 2022.
He has over 20 years’ experience in land management and community development through a career working with the NSW Government and the Far South Coast Landcare Association.
He has worked in both management and operational roles across the fields of sustainable agriculture, natural resource management, biosecurity, animal health, emergency management and community development.
Chloe Wilson, Knowledge Broker
Chloe joined the RCC team as a Knowledge Broker in May 2024.
With a background in animal veterinary bioscience and livestock production, her role as the RCC’s knowledge broker includes working closely with producers to focus on using circularity principles to build agricultural resilience in the Bega Valley and, more broadly, across the South Coast of NSW. She is also a part-time milker at Jelgowry farm.
Based at the RCC office in Bega, her role is funded by the Southern NSW Innovation Hub.
Natalie Manahan, Program Manager – Fisheries & Aquaculture
Natalie became the RCC Program Manager for fisheries and aquaculture in August 2023.
With a background in fisheries research and consulting, her role at the RCC sees her focused on supporting the existing aquaculture, commercial fishing and postproduction Circularity projects in the Bega Valley and beyond.
Much of her work is currently funded by the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC).
Milly King, Admin Support
Milly is currently focused on helping manage the rapidly growing interest in the Bega Circular Valley program, and co-ordinating the RCC’s members and partners.
Milly is keen to play her part in helping accelerate the region’s circular transition so that the whole community can benefit from the opportunities it will bring.
Richard Plumpton
Richard has been providing strategic and operational support to the RCC since August 2024. The owner of 2iis Consulting, he recently re-located to the Bega Valley and has more than 25 years’ experience working with purpose driven organisations in Europe and the Asia-Pacific.
He is currently working full-time on the evolution of the Regional Circularity Co-operative, and growth of the Bega Circular Valley program.
