Chair changes for BRMG committee

NEW leaders have been appointed within local industry advisory committee, the Bendigo Regional Manufacturing Group.

Sean Myers and Allan Nicholson have been respectively named chair and deputy-chair, and will officially hold their roles from January 2024.

Mr Myers is the automotive product owner at electric vehicle manufacturer Bortana, while Mr Nicholson is Bendigo Rail Workshops’ business development manager.

“I am thrilled to take on the position of group chair and look forward to championing the concerns and causes of the manufacturing members,” Mr Myers said.

BRMG chair of six years Mark Brennan, and his deputy Paul Chapman, are stepping down together.

“The time was right to transition the group,” Mr Brennan said. “New leadership brings fresh perspective, ideas, and direction.

“It has been a privilege to represent the industry in this role and I am confident that the BRMG is well positioned for both Sean and Allan to take the group forward.

“The BRMG will continue to advocate for BREP [Bendigo Regional Employment Precinct] where possible. Estimates have shown that up to 3000 jobs will be created when this site is realised.”

BRMG has been running for 22 years, and is an advisory group to municipal staff within the City of Greater Bendigo.

Members of the BRMG aim to promote and encourage innovation and quality in Bendigo’s manufacturing sector, to grow the industry, create partnerships and jobs, and to boost the local economy.

A priority project of BRMG members is to advocate for the Goldfields LLEN Passions and Pathways Program.