FAN Board
FAN is governed by a Board that ensures the organisation operates in accordance with the Corporations Act (2001) and the FAN Constitution. The Board sets FAN’s strategic direction and provides oversight of operations, including the development and adherence to policies, procedures and governance frameworks.
The FAN Board is made up of volunteer Directors who are appointed or elected in line with FAN’s Constitution. Directors contribute their time, expertise and industry experience to guide FAN’s growth and ensure the organisation continues to deliver value to members and the wider food and agribusiness community.
Director
Olivia Ratten is an advisor and facilitator dedicated to supporting family-run manufacturing businesses. She spent the majority of her career in a family-owned pet food manufacturing business, where she was responsible for sales, marketing, key account relationships, and new product development. This experience has given Olivia unique insights into how family-run manufacturers achieve remarkable results by doing more with less, cultivating hardworking and loyal team cultures.
Director
Tanya Alison (Arnold) is an experienced leader in the Australian food and agribusiness sector, bringing expertise in product development, sustainability, marketing, stakeholder engagement and operations. Since 2022, Tanya has made a significant contribution to the dairy industry through roles with Maleny Cheese and Maleny Dairies, leading strategic projects across sustainability, agritourism, procurement, distribution and customer experience.
Director
Lance McInnes is a seasoned international executive and entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience across the global food and beverage sector. He began his career with The Coca-Cola Company in Atlanta after completing a BBA in Finance from the University of Texas and an MBA from Thunderbird. During his nine years with Coca-Cola, Lance held roles across the United States and internationally, gaining deep experience in strategy, operations and global brand development.
FAN Team
Member Liaison
Raised on a sheep and cattle property at Cunnamulla, Jacki Hinchey has always been connected to the seasons, geography, animals and plants. After 20 years living in almost every port city in Australia, The Hinchey's came first to the Mary Valley, and then to Mt Mee to raise their children and get their 'toes in the grass'. Jacki's “Blue Dog Farm” produces “Really Fancy Salad” and “Bloody Good Beef”, nutritious well grown food for her local community.
National Project Director
With over 16 years of local and international marketing communication experience, Nicole has developed and implemented internal and external marketing communication strategies for companies in the tourism, FMCG, banking and investment industries.