Elaine Siu

Director

Elaine is a veteran in the alternative proteins space, having served in multiple roles in pioneering organisations to advance solutions that mitigate the current challenges associated with our food system.

Elaine was the founding managing director of Good Food Institute APAC, and then the chief innovation officer of Material Innovation Initiative. Both organisations played a major role incubating new sectors and ecosystems that reimagine animal-based products and supply alternatives, including cellular agriculture. Elaine is currently pursuing a PhD at King’s College London to research and reflect on industry incubation strategies that can create better alternatives for the world.

Prior to dedicating her second career to helping animals, Elaine was a solicitor for over a decade specialising in IPOs, M&As, financial structured products and investment funds.

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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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Dr. Sam Perkins

Chief Executive Officer

CAA is a tight-knit and committed team led by Dr Sam Perkins, who has a diverse background spanning engineering and humanitarian sectors.

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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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Dr. Sam Perkins

Chief Executive Officer

CAA is a tight-knit and committed team led by Dr Sam Perkins, who has a diverse background spanning engineering and humanitarian sectors.

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Joanne Tunna

Chief Program Officer

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

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Chloe Dempsey

Acting Chair

Chloe brings a range of experience in strategy, policy, and green technology to her role as Acting Chair.

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Dr. Carin Basirun

Secretary (Administration)

Carin holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering and over five years of experience in tissue engineering.

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David Bucca

Director

David brings expertise from a range of innovative foodtech companies, including founding precision-fermented dairy company Change Foods.

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Dr. Carin Basirun

Secretary (Administration)

Carin holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering and over five years of experience in tissue engineering.

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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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