Joanne Tunna

Chief Executive Officer

Jo is the Chief Executive Officer of CAA and brings over 15 years of experience across government, not-for-profit and private sectors. She has a breadth of expertise spanning strategy, project management, business development, and corporate sustainability.

Jo is dedicated to working with impact-driven organisations to decarbonise our food system and has been focused on accelerating the development of alternative proteins since joining Cellular Agriculture Australia in 2021. Jo holds significant knowledge and networks across the Australian cellular agriculture ecosystem, having been involved in CAA since its very early days.

Before becoming CEO in September 2026, Jo held senior leadership roles at CAA including Chief Operating Officer and Chief Program Officer.

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Dr. Sam Perkins

Strategic Adviser

Dr Sam Perkins is a strategic adviser to CAA, bringing a diverse background across engineering, strategy and the humanitarian sector.

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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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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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Hamish Toohey

Operations Coordinator

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

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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.

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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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