General Manager, Bioresource Processing Alliance and representative of New Zealand Food Innovation Network

Nicky joined the BPA as General Manager in August 2023 and also represents the New Zealand Food Innovation Network in the region from Tairāwhiti down the east coast to Wellington. Nicky implemented the ‘Sustainable is Attainable’ initiative in Hawke’s Bay, bringing food processors together to collaborate on opportunities and challenges related to sustainability including adding value to co-products. Nicky has a PhD in Food Science, and is a member of the Food Waste Champions 12.3 and the NZ Food Safety/Haumaru Kai Aotearoa Advisory Board. She is the current chair of the board of Foodeast Haumako.