Chair
Dr Susan Vinnicombe
Susan Vinnicombe is a specialist in the area of agritourism and entrepreneurship. With many years experience as an accountant, business advisor and university lecturer, Susan has advised and mentored many local businesses from the new venture phase through to growth and succession planning. Susan’s doctoral research, undertaken in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, focused on entrepreneurs in agriculture and agritourism. In particular, looking at the potential for diversification of income streams to assist with succession planning. In recent times she has been working on projects within the organic food industry assisting farmers to convert to organic farming practices and gain organic certification. Formerly a lecturer in MBA programs, she has taught both around Australia and extensively throughout South East Asia. In addition, Susan owns and manages several businesses in the region with a focus on small business development, property and agriculture. Working with the RDA NR Board, Susan is keen to identify opportunities for regional development, agricultural diversification and economic activity in the Northern Rivers.
