Mission Statement

To provide at nominal cost, independent and confidential counselling and other practical assistance.

To foster viable local enterprises and businesses that contribute to sustained economic development within the eastern region.

Structure

Eastside BEC received funding from the Department of Trade and Economic Development for a period in excess of 12 years until the 30th June 2011.  Eastside BEC since June 2008, has received funding from the Australian Government and this current round of funding is due to expire on 30th June 2012.

It has important strategic links with the City of Burnside, the City of Norwood, Payneham & St Peters, the City of Prospect, the City of Campbelltown and the Town of Walkerville with each contributing significant financial and in-kind support to ensure the ongoing viability of the Centre.

Board Members

The Eastside BEC board consists of 7 local business owners:

Janelle Gaudet (Chair) - DIY Kitchen Company
Pompea D'Onofrio - ANZ Bank
Jo Quigley - Send A Gourmet Basket 
Andrew Russo - Kennedy & Co. Chartered Accountants
Nick Truscott - Compunets
Karen Conlon (Treasurer) - SumTotal Accounting & Business                                                                         Merlin McCloy - Mojomo Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd
Evan Richards - Evan Richards & Associates

The board also consists of 5 council/government representatives:

          Michael Capogreco - City of Burnside
          Mark Groote- City of Prospect 
          Neville Grigg- City of Campbelltown
          Sophia MacRae - City of Norwood, Payneham & St. Peters
          James Williams (Vice Chair) - Town of Walkerville