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Jessica Freitag

Policy & Advocacy Coordinator

Jess leads communications at CAA and supports advocacy efforts across various projects. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Management & Marketing) and a Master of Social Policy from the University of Melbourne, blending her dual interests in policy and communications.

During her time at university, Jess developed a passion for alternative proteins while leading marketing efforts for the Melbourne Alternative Protein Project. Her policy expertise was further honed at Whitehorse City Council, where she contributed to public health policy research and recommendations.

Jess is also deeply committed to the nonprofit sector, having been a long-term volunteer with Cambodian Kids Can.

Dr. Anne-Sophie Dielen

Head of Policy & Government Relations
Anne-Sophie is a former researcher who transitioned into science strategy, regulation, and advocacy after over a decade in academia.

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.

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.

Hannah Andersen

Executive Director, Operations & People
Hannah brings two decades of experience in international development, agribusiness & systems change.

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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Dr. Carin Basirun

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

David Bucca

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

Dr. Bianca Le

Founder (Former Director)
In August 2020, cell biologist Bianca, took a massive leap of faith and founded CAA mid Melbourne lockdown.

Chloe Dempsey

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

Elaine Siu

Director
Elaine is a veteran in the alternative proteins space, having served in multiple roles in pioneering organisations including The Good Food Institute.

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.

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.

Dr. James Ryall

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

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.

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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