Merryn Tinkler

Merryn Tinkler is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in management, communications, and the arts. Currently serving as the Manager Economy and Culture at Mount Alexander Shire Council, Merryn has held various prominent roles including Stakeholder Engagement and Communications Advisor at Yarra Trams, Executive Director of the Peninsula Summer Music Festival, and Director/Consultant/Facilitator at Imaginal House. Merryn has a strong background in strategic communications, community engagement, and festival management, demonstrated through leadership positions at Chillout Daylesford and the Melbourne International Jazz Festival. Educational credentials include an MBA from RMIT University, a Diploma of Governance from the Institute of Community Directors Australia, and a diverse range of qualifications focused on governance and alternative medicine.