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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. 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.

Hamish Toohey

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

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.

Hannah Andersen

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

Hamish Toohey

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

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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.

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.

David Bucca

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

David Bucca

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

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. James Ryall

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

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. 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.

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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