Committee Members

Jane Edwards is a dedicated and passionate General Manager at 2EC Power FM, a prominent radio station that serves the South Coast community. With a strong background in advertising and marketing spanning over 25 years, Jane has successfully connected with local businesses and the community, fostering strong relationships and partnerships.

Jane Edwards is a true advocate for the South Coast community, utilising her expertise in advertising and marketing to connect businesses and individuals, and working tirelessly to ensure their needs are met. Her passion, dedication, and understanding of the local community make her an invaluable asset to 2EC, Power FM and the South Coast region as a whole.

Renee Eagan is a registered BAS agent and owner of Beyond the Books Accounting, which provides bookkeeping services to local businesses. Renee has over a decade of experience in the accounting sector, having worked in auditing, management, and tax accounting roles. Her professional background is supported by a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) with Distinction.

Growing up on the South Coast, Renee is passionate about supporting and empowering local businesses to achieve their definition of success. She enjoys connecting with and contributing to the local community through her business and work.

Kim, her husband and their 3-year-old son moved to the area 14 years ago and are all involved in the home improvement industry.

Having started in the retail community when she joined Franklin’s at the age of 14, her passion for Interior Decoration led her eventually to Furniture One, where she manages the two Sansoms Furniture One stores here in The Bay and is actively involved in the Group’s Buying Committee. She loves her job and puts that down to her genuine interest in home creation and working with a great bunch of people.

Helen Taylor is an accomplished account manager and business development professional with more than two decades of experience across media, events, government and property. Currently an Advertising Sales Account Manager with Australian Radio Network in Batemans Bay, she specialises in creating strategic, results-driven campaigns that help businesses grow.

Helen’s career spans senior roles with the ACT Government, major national events, real estate and commercial sales, where she has led sponsorship acquisition, stakeholder engagement and high-profile projects.

Known for her strong communication skills, commercial insight and creative approach, Helen brings a practical, relationship-focused mindset to every role. She is widely regarded as a trusted advisor, skilled negotiator and passionate advocate for meaningful partnerships and community-focused outcomes.