The AMPC team is highly skilled and experts in their areas. They have commercial experience, have come from industry and are extremely passionate.
To enquire with any of our team members, please contact admin@ampc.com.au, or call 02 8908 5500
Edwina has more than 20 years’ experience in research, development and adoption in the agriculture and meat processing sector. She has authored over 55 scientific papers/reports relating to cattle, sheep and goat meat science and technology research. Edwina has managed diverse teams to deliver excellence through the value chain. Edwina is an Australian Intercollegiate Meat Judging alumni and holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Agriculture)(Hons) at Charles Sturt University and Master Rural Sci Degree at University of New England.
Edwina began working for AMPC in June 2023 and leads the Research Development and Adoption team.
Mabel has more than 20 years’ experience working in executive roles in multinational, listed, and private companies working on leading international operations, start-ups, joint ventures and business restructures.
She has advanced financial management capabilities in planning, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and working capital maximisation with an in-depth knowledge of financial compliance and governance.
She joined AMPC in October 2021.
David is a highly regarded red meat specialist with global experience in meat processing. David has worked with industry to advance innovation and adoption strategies. David has led numerous research and development projects driving them through to the adoption phase with major retailers, processors, and providers. He has developed commercialisation strategies that ensure market uptake.
David’s specialty is process improvement, carcass utilisation and product development. He holds six Australian innovation awards. He has worked for more than 30 years in the meat industry.
David began working for AMPC in November 2023.
Amanda has worked extensively in the red meat Industry for many years, originally in quality assurance, before moving into human resources and safety. Amanda has spent 20+ years working in HR and safety advisory roles within plants.
Amanda joined AMPC 5 years ago and is excited about the R&D potential in the People and Culture program area.
Growing up in rural Australia and being involved in beef cattle from an early age, Amanda is passionate about attracting and retaining people in agriculture, especially the red meat industry, keeping people safe and developing people, especially in leadership.
Matt has more than 30 years’ experience in project and finance management with corporates, not-for-profits and statutory corporations.
His work has included several clean energy and climate change programs, such as CEFC and CDP, where he co-managed $0.5bn worth of innovative projects across multiple sectors including the food manufacturing sector.
Ann joined AMPC in January 2022. She spent more than 20 years working in trade and exports at the Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, and prior to that, worked in a private veterinary practice.
She brings a wealth of experience to her role as Program Manager - Markets and Integrity. Her strengths include improving traceability through the meat supply chain, supporting technical market access negotiations, and export legislation development.
She grew up on a farm specialising in beef, and now runs a property focussed on lamb production. She has a strong understanding of the red meat processing industry.
Stuart is the Program Manager for Advanced Manufacturing at the Australian Meat Processor Corporation.
In July 2020 he joined AMPC, bringing 18 years’ experience in driving the development of meat processing technologies. Stuart has also served as Board Director for the Australian Packaging and Process Machinery Association.
With more than 34 years’ experience in multiple industries driving innovative technologies to commercial success, his career has focused on engineering, innovation and business development of automated solutions including machinery, robotic systems and automated production for manufacturing industries.
Lauren studied Agricultural Science at Murdoch University and completed her Honours in Meat Science Technology. During her time at university, Lauren worked in the Murdoch meat science research team on a range of projects for beef and sheep. She also completed the Intercollegiate Meat Judging Program in 2018 and competed as part of the Australian National Team in the USA.
She began her career at a beef processing facility in Western Australia within the Technical team. Through this role and her time in the industry, Lauren has developed a strong understanding of on-plant processing. She is passionate about connecting people to the agricultural and red meat industries, as well as promoting the extension and adoption of research and development to enhance productivity and efficiency across the industry.
She joined AMPC in January 2023 and is based in regional Western Australia.
Sarah Babington is a trained veterinarian who graduated from The University of Queensland. After graduating, she spent several years working as an On-Plant Veterinarian for the Australian Government Department of Agriculture at various export processing establishments across NSW and QLD. She then worked at RSPCA Australia for five years as the Scientific Officer for farm animals, responsible for poultry, pigs, and harvest.
Most recently, she worked with Impetus Animal Welfare as the Chief Scientific Officer, leading a project that explored the use of artificial intelligence to monitor animal welfare at processing establishments. She also completed her PhD thesis at The University of Western Australia at the start of 2025 on identifying and validating indicators for sheep welfare, which was in collaboration with The University of Queensland and supported by Meat & Livestock Australia.
Sarah joined AMPC in February 2025 and is based in Western Australia.
Koentadi Hadinoto brings a blend of technical research expertise and industry experience in digital systems, data analysis and process improvement within the meat processing sector. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where his research focused on advancing technologies to improve meat safety and processing efficiency. He also holds a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering with First Class Honours from the University of Sydney.
Before joining AMPC in January 2025, Koentadi supported Australian meat processors by leading digital transformation initiatives, streamlining procurement workflows and enhancing data systems.
Koentadi is passionate about integrating emerging technologies, optimising processes and improving safety and productivity outcomes. He is particularly focused on fostering collaboration to deliver forward-thinking solutions across the red meat industry.
Holly holds a Bachelor of Rural Science (Honours) from the University of New England, where her research focused on the impact of short-duration lairage on beef carcase attributes. While studying, she worked in research technician roles at UNE Meat Science and the Department of Primary Industries, and contributed to livestock operations in commercial farming enterprises.
Holly is passionate about delivering people and industry-focused solutions that support a safe, skilled and sustainable workforce. She is particularly committed to attracting and supporting the next generation of talent in the red meat industry.
Holly joined AMPC in February 2025 and is based in regional New South Wales on the Northern Tablelands.
