Tess Kidman

Tess Kidman currently serves as a Senior Event Manager at CEDA - Committee for Economic Development of Australia since August 2022. Previously, Tess held various roles at the Adelaide Convention Bureau from March 2013 to July 2022, including Event Manager, International Research Executive, Research and Referral Executive, and Sales Team Coordinator. Responsibilities included researching and facilitating international business events that support South Australia’s key industry sectors, collaborating with local academics and industry leaders, and contributing to the success of significant events. Tess began a career in events management with an internship at the Adelaide Convention Bureau. Tess holds an Advanced Diploma of Events Management from TAFE SA and completed secondary education at Naracoorte High School.