Helen Sheedy

Change Agent, Event planner, Foodie, Parent, Policy maker, Project manager, Public servant, World traveler

As Economic Development Coordinator for Warrnambool City Council, Helen is responsible for implementing a range of programs to improve the regions government, education, industry capability and global competitiveness. Helen provides strategic coordination and business support to a range of businesses across South West Victoria while also providing management to the city’s China Strategy which has seen the roll out of programs including the Great Ocean Road China Host Program, Warrnambool China Bureau and support to the Changchun sister-city economic demonstration project. Helen has worked in local government for 12 years and previously holding roles including service management of regional tourism icon ‘Flagstaff Hill’ and more recently CBD placemaking officer during a major CBD revitalisation program. Helen holds a range of qualifications including a Graduate Certificate of Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies from Deakin University and Diploma of Tourism from SW TAFE. Outside of work, Helen loves to travel, particularly to places with amazing food and authentic culture.

Asian Business Engagement, Business Support, Community Collaboration, Cultural Heritage, Economic Development, Event Management, Project Planning