I have completed a Bachelor of Agricultural Science degree and a Diploma of Agriculture with the intention to become an Agriculture teacher. I started teaching Agriculture and science on the Central Coast before getting a transfer to the North Coast where I would be closer to friends and family.

Whilst teaching Agriculture on the North Coast of NSW I discovered native bees and become infatuated instantly. I couldn't believe that we had such an amazing native insect with such incredible abilities and I needed to know more.

Further research into stingless bees showed there was a gap in content and so I developed an education program for schools as well as running a pollination service locally.

In 2008 I was both teaching and running the business with the bees and continued to do so for a few more years. As the business continued to grow I made the decision to stop teaching and work with the bees on a full time basis. It was one of the greatest decisions I have made. I love the bees and the lifestyle they bring for my family and me.

I love that I am able to utilise native bees to make farming more profitable for growers and it excites me to see the crops produced. I love educating people about our precious resource so they too can experience these amazing creatures. If you are just starting your journey with native bees be warned, they are addictive.