"From agrifood systems to Asia-Pacific markets, we can meld strategic innovation with proven commercialisation leadership across complex global supply chains."
Dr. Angeline Achariya FTSE GAICD FAIFST
Dr Angeline Achariya captivates global audiences with authentic insights from her journey transforming agrifood systems from her grandparents' sugarcane farms in Fiji to Australia's boardrooms overseeing multi-billion dollar innovation investments. As current Board Director of Industry Innovation and Science Australia, she brings unparalleled credibility to discussions on innovation commercialization, sustainable food systems, and the future of agriculture.
With 1,200+ agrifood innovations commercialized across Mars, Mondelez, Yum! Brands, and Fonterra, Angeline delivers practical wisdom on bridging research to market impact, navigating Asia-Pacific expansion, and building resilient food systems. Her unique expertise lies in connecting complex ecosystems spanning industry, research, and government, while translating insights across sectors through her deep agrifood systems understanding. Her 330+ international presentations span government forums, corporate strategy sessions, and innovation conferences across four continents.
Recent Keynote Topics
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Scenario planning for a resilient future
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Navigating and leading through uncertainty in food hospitality
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"Savouring the Future Feast: Innovation in Sustainable Food Systems"
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"Food Vision 2030: Creating Sustainable AgriFood Sectors"
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"Leveraging Foresights Over Insights to Win Hearts and Minds"
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"The Intersection of Personalisation, Nutrition, and Digital Innovation"
Areas of Expertise
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Strategic innovation commercialisation and ecosystem development
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Sustainable agrifood systems and Asia-Pacific market expansion
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Creating circular and sustainable AgriFood ecosystems
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Consumer & customer centric product design and execution
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Building high-performing teams across diverse cultures
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Women's leadership and diversity in agrifood innovation
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Industry-research-government collaboration and bridge building
'Women Transforming Food'
Podcast
Women Transforming Food is a monthly podcast brought to you by G100 and Inside FMCG, exploring the stories of inspiring women shaping the Australian food industry.
