Nicolle Kelly has been appointed the permanent Queensland Small Business Commissioner after acting in the role since October 2025.
Minister for Small and Family Business Steve Minnikin said Ms Kelly was an experienced executive highly credentialled in innovation, stakeholder engagement and program design.
“Ms Kelly has a proven record of establishing strong networks across government, combined with an in-depth knowledge of the processes and instruments required to influence and advocate for change – placing her in a strong position to support Queensland’s more than 508,000 small businesses,” Minister Minnikin said.
“In her last few months in the role, Ms Kelly has proven to be a passionate and strong advocate for small and family businesses and our government’s small and family business first approach.”
Ms Kelly said she was proud to be permanently appointed and committed to enhancing the operating environment for the state’s small and family business sector.
“I’m looking forward to continuing to contribute to a fair and competitive trading landscape and ensuring Queensland small businesses are heard, supported and respected,” Ms Kelly said.
“Having grown up in a small business family I know what it takes to succeed, and the value small businesses contribute to their communities and the economy.”
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