Meet the Pilbara Team
Business Advisors Rob Jefferson, Craig Holland and Rebecca Levesque are delivering the Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) Regional program and are available for face-to-face appointments within the KDCCI in Hedland Place, Karratha, or via video and phone for the rest of the region.
Through the SBDC Regional program, local small business owners can access free, confidential, government-funded advice to help their business start, grow, and thrive.
Rob is a marketing and digital strategy professional with expertise spanning project management, business process mapping, analytics, artificial intelligence, IT and cloud services, and website architecture, including SEO and paid digital advertising.
Craig, MBA, is a business strategist specialising in leadership development, strategic planning and entrepreneurship, with expertise in start ups, artificial intelligence, systems and automation, organisational culture, and finance and budgeting.
Rebecca Levesque is a leadership and business development professional with expertise in management development, business administration, office and systems optimisation, lean operating systems, and tendering support.
Through the SBDC Regional program, local small business owners can access free, confidential, government-funded advice to help their business start, grow, and thrive.
Rob is a marketing and digital strategy professional with expertise spanning project management, business process mapping, analytics, artificial intelligence, IT and cloud services, and website architecture, including SEO and paid digital advertising.
Craig, MBA, is a business strategist specialising in leadership development, strategic planning and entrepreneurship, with expertise in start ups, artificial intelligence, systems and automation, organisational culture, and finance and budgeting.
Rebecca Levesque is a leadership and business development professional with expertise in management development, business administration, office and systems optimisation, lean operating systems, and tendering support.
In more detail
Rob JeffersonBusiness Advisor
T. 0458 813 862
Rob moved to Karratha with his family in October 2024 straight from northern England, so whilst he's relatively new to Australia, he brings with him a wealth of private and public sector marketing and communications experience. It's fair to say the red dirt of the beautiful Pilbara is already well-embedded into Rob's psyche (and anything else physical he owns after walking through the bush)!
His area of expertise is predominantly around the application of technology in organisations, having managed IT networks, led creative communications teams in local government, and since 2019, has stepped into the role of Operations Director for a UK-based sustainable creative marketing agency. What drives Rob is a desire to make organisations run smoothly and efficiently, using emerging technology to make that happen. This isn't all about computers and software though; it actually starts with the people and processes, and this is how Rob will be able to help you with his specialism, along with his wider business acumen. |
Craig HollandBusiness Advisor
T. 0438 909 019
Craig combines an in depth understanding of challenges facing emerging ventures with a big picture passion for sustainability and better business. He is a skilled facilitator with expertise in business development, strategic planning, artificial intelligence, systems/automation and community engagement. He has delivered exceptional workshops and training to provide services to large organisations and start-ups.
Craig has partnered with various organisations to provide high level support to small business across the state. He was employed at a senior level in the Public Sector in the Pilbara and Kimberley for 15 years prior to relocating to Bunbury with his family in 2014. He has held positions as a Small Business Advisor in the South West as well as providing advisory services on a consultancy basis. Craig has a Masters in Business Administration, and is a Fellow of Leadership WA. He is also a certified Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile Practitioner and holds Certificate IV qualifications in Governance and Government Investigations. |
Rebecca LevesqueBusiness Advisor
Rebecca brings hands-on project delivery experience and a strong commitment to creating better outcomes for communities and businesses across Western Australia. With a background spanning mining, consulting, financial services and retail, she provides practical, considered advisory support grounded in strategic coordination, commercial acumen and operational know‑how.
Her experience includes roles in the Pilbara and Perth with BHP, supporting rehabilitation and infrastructure programs, cross‑cultural engagement with First Nations businesses, and supplier capability-building. Rebecca has also held senior office management and executive support roles in financial services, leading HR activities, compliance preparation, and client services. As a versatile Business Advisor, Rebecca quickly understands complex environments, builds trusted relationships and delivers structured, actionable guidance. She thrives in fast‑paced settings where collaboration, clarity and strong communication are essential to achieving results. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to pay for business advice?
Not at all. These services are free and funded by the Government of Western Australia through the Small Business Development Corporation.
What sort of support can I get?
- Start-up fundamentals
- Financial management
- Grant finding
- Business licences and permits
- Market research and insight
- Marketing strategy
- ...and much more!
I don't live in Karratha, Can I still get advice?
Yes. Although we have a business advisor based in Karratha, both they and colleagues are able to help via video call or over the phone.
Visit UsKarratha and District Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KDCCI) Unit 5 20 Hedland Place Karratha WA 6714 
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