A pathfinding leader in the agrifood sector, Dr Angeline Achariya is enhancing Australia’s reputation as a leading value added agriculture producer and food manufacturer through her work. 

She has transformed the interface between academia, industry and government, spearheading the commercialisation of over 1200 innovations globally across value added products, processes and new business models through innovation. She has worked across large multinational companies and high-growth start-ups and advised state and federal government decision-makers.

Dr Achariya was pivotal in establishing the world-first Food Innovation Centre, a collaboration between industry and government now based at Monash University. She champions gender equity as chair of the Australian chapter of G100 Mission Million for Food systems innovation and resilience, an influential group of women leaders establishing an inclusive approach to gender empowerment across the agrifood system. She serves on public and private boards and a senior advisor at Beanstalk Agtech. Beyond boardrooms, Angeline is an international speaker, a LinkedIn global top voice for her leadership and influence. Angeline’s journey is an inspiration – a testament to the transformative power of collaborative passion, leadership, and dedication to a more connected, sustainable world.

Dr Angeline Achariya is an energizing and inspiring leader in food technology and innovation. She has worked at the interface between academia, industry and government to bring new food ingredients and food products to the market place and to enhance Australia's reputation as a globally leading food manufacturer.