31 AUG - 3 SEP 2026 | Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Paul Kennedy is a globally respected pastry chef with over 40 years of experience. His career has taken him across the world—from hotels and patisseries to renowned chocolateries—culminating in a 15-year role as Executive Pastry Chef & Head Educator at Savour Chocolate & Patisserie School. Known for his mastery of
Speaker Bio – Nautical Wholesale Seafood Luke Buchholz is the founder of Nautical Wholesale Seafood, a premium Australian seafood supplier renowned for its commitment to sustainability, quality, and innovation. Specialising in line-caught, spiked, and gill-clipped Australian fin fish, Nautical Wholesale Seafood has become a trusted name among the country’s top
Julia is an agroecologist building communities through local food systems and regenerative agriculture. An urban mushroom farmer since 2018, she has supplied some of Melbournes best restaurants and farmers markets, building her business around a towards-zero-waste ethic. In 2024 Julia joined forces with two other circular business founders to establish
Chef Luca Ciano is an Italian born culinary powerhouse with roots in Milan. Inspired by cooking alongside his mum and Nonna from an early age. Luca refined his craft at Milan’s two Michelin star “Il Luogo di Aimo e Nadia,” London’s Millennium Gloucester Hotel, and Bermuda’s Relais & Chateaux before
With over two decades of experience as a chef across Australia and Europe, I have developed a deep appreciation for innovative cuisine and a lasting commitment to the hospitality and foodservice industries. Building on this foundation, I have since worked closely with vertically integrated agribusinesses, supporting efforts to supply and
Georgie Budd brings a unique blend of culinary expertise and sustainability leadership to the table. With over 13 years’ experience as a chef and five years dedicated to the food waste sector, Georgie has built her career on the belief that sustainability isn’t just a value—it’s a system. From transforming
Caitlyn is the General Manager at Boomerang Labs, Australia's first Circular Economy Accelerator. Caitlyn holds unique insight into the evolving landscape of circular economy startups in Australia, and acts as a matchmaker between circular entrepreneurs and private sector partners and mentors. Caitlyn is also the General Manager of StartSomeGood (social
With a background in major events, brand and partnerships, Lucan moved into the sustainability and circular economy spaces to align his values and apply his experience to make a positive impact. No Offence Wines is on a mission to inspire positive change through the joy of wine. Tackling the biggest
Rod Fowler has over 40 years experiece in technology adaption across several indiustries. He is a leading voice in Australia’s foodservice industry, recognized for his expertise in market insights and innovation. Rod shares his forward-looking insights as a food industry futurist and serves as an advisor to the Australian Foodservice
Adetokunboh Adeniyi is a seasoned hospitality expert and founder of award winning Little Lagos Bistro & Bar based in Newtown, Sydney. Adetokunboh is also the founder of The Lagosians, a street wear brand inspired by Little Lagos and The Afro-Caribbean Cookout – a street food fusion brand exploring the culinary
