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Dr. Sam Perkins

Chief Executive Officer

CAA is a tight-knit and committed team led by Dr Sam Perkins.

Sam has a Ph.D. in Aeronautical Engineering from the University of Tasmania & Cambridge University. He has extensive experience in strategic leadership and innovation management at organisations such as UNHCR and Engineers Without Borders. Sam has a proven track-record of developing and executing sustainable and scalable engineering technology at national and local community scales.

Sam is skilled in participatory approaches & design-thinking methodologies, contributing to CAA’s ability to convene effective & outcome-oriented collaborations between industry stakeholders.

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Dr. Kate Secombe

Newsletter Coordinator & Content Developer
Kate is a scientist with a PhD in Medicine, where she examined how the gut microbiota contributes to the development of gastrointestinal side effects.
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Victoria Taylor

Head of Sector Building & Advocacy
Victoria has 25 years experience in policy, engagement and governance within agriculture and primary industries.
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Kim Tonnet

Head of Regulatory Affairs
Kim is a regulatory & government relations professional with over 30 years of experience across food manufacturing, alt proteins, and cell ag.
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Kim Tonnet

Head of Regulatory Affairs
Kim is a regulatory & government relations professional with over 30 years of experience across food manufacturing, alt proteins, and cell ag.
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Joanne Tunna

Chief Operating Officer
Jo is the Chief Operating Officer of CAA and brings over 15 years of experience across government, non-profit and private sectors
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Chloe Dempsey

Director
Chloe brings a range of experience in strategy, policy, and green technology to her role as Director.
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Dr. Carin Basirun

Secretary
Carin holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering, with a focus on cardiac mechanotransduction and over five years of experience in tissue engineering.
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Dr. Bianca Le

Founder
In August 2020, cell biologist Bianca, took a massive leap of faith and founded CAA mid Melbourne lockdown.
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Paul Oosting

Chairperson
Paul is well-versed in climate and environmental impact, having spent the last 15+ years working in impact for justice, nature, and climate solutions
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Dr. Bianca Le

Founder
In August 2020, cell biologist Bianca, took a massive leap of faith and founded CAA mid Melbourne lockdown.
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Glen Neal

Advisor
Glen has more than 20 years of experience in food regulation and biosecurity, which has developed his expertise in crisis and risk management.
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Dr. James Ryall

Advisor
James Ryall is a distinguished biotech consultant with over twenty years of expertise in cell biology, biomanufacturing, and regenerative medicine.
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Dr. Anna Barlow

Advisor
Anna is a seasoned expert in the food and agritech sectors, bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge to our advisory committee.
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Dr. James Ryall

Advisor
James Ryall is a distinguished biotech consultant with over twenty years of expertise in cell biology, biomanufacturing, and regenerative medicine.
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Glen Neal

Advisor
Glen has more than 20 years of experience in food regulation and biosecurity, which has developed his expertise in crisis and risk management.
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