Kirsten Sheppard came to Australia as a qualified Forensic Psychologist but was drawn to the tourism industry and has been working within it for the past 12 years.
After relocating to Australia, she pursued her passion in SCUBA diving and now owns and operates an accredited SCUBA diving tour company in Exmouth where she has lived for over 9 years.
Kristen feels privileged to live in such a ‘pristine and unique region with such strong ties to the ocean, local culture and history’. This enthusiasm and passion for the Gascoyne Region has encouraged her to join the GDC Board, as well as the committee for the Exmouth Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Resilient Reefs Committee.
She is looking forward to bringing a fresh perspective to the GDC Board and is also looking forward to expanding her knowledge on the other industries and developments within the Gascoyne region.