Ashley Mackinnon

Director of Policy and Advocacy

Ashley Mackinnon is Director of Policy and Advocacy at Cellular Agriculture Australia and brings more than a decade of experience in public policy, advocacy and industry representation, including senior roles across agriculture and transport.

Ashley has led policy and advocacy programs, advised boards and senior executives, and worked with governments, industry bodies and other stakeholders to develop evidence-based policy and advance sector priorities.

His experience spans government engagement, advocacy strategy, organisational strategy, strategic communications and the leadership of policy and advocacy teams.

He brings particular experience working with peak bodies and member-based organisations across complex policy and stakeholder environments.

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Hamish Toohey

Operations Coordinator

Hamish brings a people-first approach from his background in social enterprise, nonprofits and international development.

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Jessica Freitag

Policy & Advocacy Coordinator

Jess brings knowledge of social policy and communications to her role as Policy & Advocacy Coordinator.

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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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Hannah Andersen

Executive Director, Operations & People

Hannah brings two decades of experience in international development, agribusiness & systems change.

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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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Paul Oosting

Director

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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