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Ambassadors

Active Geelong’s ambassadors are representatives from across the Geelong region who are living an Active Geelong lifestyle. They are people from different walks of life who are demonstrating how to be active in all shapes and forms. They understand the importance of moving their bodies to stay healthy and well.

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Mike Beck

Founder Fluid Branding

Mike is the recently retired Managing Director and Founder of Fluid Branding and is a strong advocate for an active workplace culture, encouraging business leaders to lead by example in realising the extensive benefits of regular movement
Keith Fagg OAM

Qualified Mediator

Keith Fagg OAM is semi-retired, former retailer & Geelong Mayor, qualified mediator, active Rotarian, involved with a number of Geelong charities and loves volunteering.
Janet Ashton

Personal Trainer

Janet is a qualified personal trainer who loves working with community groups and is a passionate advocate for Active Geelong. With a background in nursing, she brings a strong understanding of health and wellbeing to her work, supporting the delivery of specialised strength and fitness programs for the community.
Peter Murrihy

Active Geelong Board Member

Peter Murrihy, is passionate about physical activity, mental health and social connections through local Geelong sporting clubs.
Kristy Harris

Former Elite Boxing Athlete & Mental Health Advocate

Kristy Harris made Commonwealth Games history in 2014 as the first female boxer to represent Australia at the Commonwealth Games, and is a World bronze medalist. She is a passionate advocate for physical activity and mental health.
Renee Garing

Teacher & Retired AFLW Geelong Cats Player

Renee is a committed teacher, new Mum and retired Geelong Cats AFLW player. Her community service is outstanding and we are proud to have her as an Active Geelong ambassador
Jakara Anthony

Winter Olympic Gold Medallist

Jakara is a Winter Olympic Gold Medallist in the sport of Freestyle Mogul Skiing. She also studies part-time at Deakin University.
Richard Colman AM

World and Paralympic Champion

Richard is a world champion and Paralympic athlete. He also plays wheelchair basketball in the local Geelong league and enjoys regular swimming as part of his cross training.
Rory Costelloe

Executive Director, Villawood Properties

Rory provides hands-on oversight of Villawood Properties’ numerous developments across Geelong, Melbourne, regional Victoria.
Jess Gulli-Nance

Financial Adviser, dfp Advisory Partner, Athlete & Mum

Jess is a mum, ex track and field athlete and business owner. Jess studied a Bachelor of Commerce at Deakin University and is a Financial Adviser. As an athlete, she represented Australia many times, having competed at the Commonwealth Games and World Championships.
Heather Lee Angland

Pilates and Yoga Teacher

Founder of Glow Getter Co and a passionate advocate for health and movement, Heather is dedicated to helping the Geelong community feel stronger, healthier and more energised through Pilates, yoga and wellbeing programs.