Caroline Selwyn | Junior Journalist

Caroline recently completed a Bachelor of Arts through Southern Cross University following a Diploma in Journalism at Macleay College in Sydney.
She has worked as a freelance writer for Australian Dance Teacher Magazine and contributed articles to various publications including the Sun Herald and The North Shore Times. Caroline has also worked in an entertainment company as a researcher, writer and event host and performed various PR duties for the Humour Foundation.
With a strong interest in health and beauty, Caroline is excited to embrace the world of magazines and publishing.

Michelle Kearney | Managing Director

Michelle Kearney is the Editor-in-Chief of Australian Cosmetic Surgery Magazine and Bella Beauty Magazine, and is the Managing Director of Bella Media. She is a pharmacist (University of Sydney) with over 15 years of retail and hospital experience. and also an exercise physiologist (University of NSW). Michelle wrote freelance articles for various publications including Australian Fitness Network Journal, Luxury Travel Magazine and M Magazine, before launching Australian Cosmetic Surgery Magazine in 1998. She writes brochures and website copy for many plastic and cosmetic surgeons and is skilled in demystifying scientific jargon for the lay person. She gave evidence at the Australian Government Inquiry into Cosmetic Surgery in 1999 and regularly presents at local and international conferences on public relations and marketing.

Michelle’s expertise in the cosmetic surgery arena is extensive and she has a comprehensive knowledge of the intricacies of the industry. She has developed strong relationships with all the key players in this field and is acknowledged as an expert in medical PR and marketing. Michelle will put in place a solid marketing plan to maximise your clinic’s profile and positioning in the marketplace.

Debbie Pilarinos | Senior Art Director

A graphic designer for over 10 years, Debbie has worked extensively for organisations such as Downtown Duty Free, Trimex and Rothschild. She produces specialist brochures, annual reports, magazines, newsletters, logos and corporate identities. Her work always achieves the highest standard of fresh, effective originality and clarity of message. She is also art director on Australian Cosmetic Surgery Magazine.

Blanche Wilkie | Media & Communications Director

Blanche manages successful marketing and PR campaigns for a large range of clients and has specialist knowledge in the healthcare arena. As a freelance journalist, she has written for Australian Cosmetic Surgery Magazine, The Bulletin, Woman’s Day, Nature and Health Magazine, and a variety of trade publications. Blanche has also worked in radio (news and documentaries) and has a BA (Communications) from the University of Technology, Sydney.

Laura Hampton | Event Manager

Laura co-ordinates and manages conferences and seminars in the medical arena. She has a wealth of conference experience and has organised events across medical, educational, financial and government sectors. For example, she was an integral part of the team that produced the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the 2000 Olympic Games, and has also organised a range of conferences for the National Heart Foundation and professional Beauty Expos in the UK.

Katrina Marquet | Senior Graphic Designer

Information about Katrina Marquet coming soon.

Bill Dunk | General Manager

Bill Dunk is the General Manager of Bella Media in Australia. Bill has over twenty years of experience in design and IT businesses, and has worked on a diverse range of projects in that time include business branding, ISO 9000 accreditation, web site design and implementation, and Conference and Exhibition design and management.

Debby Graca | Director of Operations (International)

Debby has eight years experience in the cosmetic surgery arena. She has developed key relationships in this area and developed first-hand knowledge of this field. Her expertise lies in advertising, promotions, public relations and communications. She has also studied marketing and strategic business planning.

Cathryn McCann | Business Development Manager

Cathryn has over 6 years experience in the media industry with a background in Cinema, television and Publishing. She brings a diverse range of skills to the Bella team and has studied both Marketing and Advertising. With a passion for Health and Beauty, Cathryn is available to talk you through any enquiries regarding Bella Beauty Magazine. Feel free to contact her on cathryn@bellamedia.com.au

Shallis Mason | Personal Assistant

Shallis is the Personal Assistant to the Managing Director of Bella Media and the Production Co-ordinator for Australian Cosmetic Surgery Magazine and Bella Beauty Magazine. With 5 years experience as a legal secretary, Shallis has extensive organisational skills and is a highly experienced office administrator. Shallis is a great addition to the fast paced publishing environment of Bella Media and is extremely friendly and customer focused.

Lisa Chen | Business Development Manager

As Business Development Manager, Lisa develops and implements strategic client campaigns and events as well as seeking prospective business opportunities. With a Bachelor of Media (Communications), Lisa has extensive expertise in public relations, marketing and client services. In a previous role, Lisa worked in Sales and Marketing at Global Television. To discuss your potential PR, marketing or business needs please contact Lisa at lisa@bellamedia.com.au

Gillian Samuel | Deputy Editor

Gillian Samuel has worked as an editor of women's magazines and lifestyle publications for more than 20 years. She was managing editor of VIVE magazine from its first year of publication and has a background of launching new projects and making existing titles more effective in reaching target readerships. Gillian also has considerable experience with client publishing.

Dottie Gray | PR Consultant

Dottie Gray brings over 25 years of marketing , media and PR experience to the team at Bella Media . For 15 years of her career she worked in the publishing industry and held senior positions in both magazines and newspapers, including AWW, Womans Day, New Idea, Sun Herald and the Australian Financial Review. Following this she became the marketing Director of an international health care company and went on to become Managing Director of Australia and NZ for the same company.
Dottie has an inherent knowledge of how the media works and has developed marketing and media strategies for many of our clients. Her extensive media relationships have been built over many years.

Louisa McKay | Business Development Manager

Market strength and viability depends on maintaining vigorous business development objectives. As Business Development Manager for all facets of Bella Media, Louisa works with clients in the development of detailed strategies to grow their existing business and to achieve further market reach. With a creative background in Graphic Design and Mulitmedia, together with previous experience in designing real working solutions for many and varied companies, Louisa brings a wide range of skills to Bella Media. Contact Louisa to talk about your business at louisa@bellamedia.com.au

Brenda McCormick | Journalist

Brenda is an Irish journalist with over seven years experience in the media. She edited an award-winning women’s website for a number of years and was Staff Editor on U, Ireland’s biggest-selling women’s magazine until deciding to travel in 2007. Brenda has a particular interest in the beauty world and has spoken on Irish radio about beauty matters. She has also contributed to numerous magazines and newspapers, writing on topics as diverse as music, relationships and travel.

William Meldrum | Sub-editor

William Meldrum has spent more than 20 years in publishing and communications, specialising in fashion and education. He has extensive experience in e-publishing, strategic and cross-cultural communications. Before coming to Bella Media he spent 10 years in Taiwan where he worked as an editor and writer..

Courtney Webb | PR & Marketing Assistant

Information about Courtney coming soon.

Samantha Montgomery | Business Development Manager

Information about Samantha coming soon.