Kristy Banks joined Australian Organic Limited in June 2026 as Horticulture Implementation Officer. With extensive experience across the Australian horticulture sector, Kristy will support the implementation of the Organic Horticulture RD&I Strategy 2026–2035, helping to translate the sector’s research priorities into real, on-the-ground outcomes for growers and industry.
....Alice Thomson joined Australian Organic Limited in November 2025 as Technical Officer. Alice is passionate about contributing to the longevity and quality of our environment and food production through organic and regenerative farming practices, providing technical and administrative support across certification, standards, research and industry development initiatives that strengthen and grow Australia’s organic industry.
....Indigo joined Australian Organic Limited in June 2025 as Project Coordinator, working across working across communications and trade programs to support the export growth of Australia’s certified organic sector through AOL’s South East Asia (SEA) Organic Export Accelerator Program.
....Alex joined AOL in January 2023 as an intern before eventually progressing to the role of Research Officer in September, mainly providing support to the Technical & Research Manager. Armed with degrees in Agribusiness and Wildlife Science (coupled with some background in Psychology) she brings a unique perspective that enriches her contributions to AOL.
....Tom joined Australia Organic Limited in July 2025 as the Government Affairs and Policy Manager with a background in policy work within Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Tom oversees AOL’s research and policy work including positions on policy and legislation affecting the organics industry.
....Jackie brings a wealth of experience delivering transformation and innovation in complex industries including media, payments, accounting, retail and wine, both in Australia and abroad in the US, UK and Asia. Jackie grew up in the Southern Highlands and Hunter regions of New South Wales, before studying Science at Sydney University. She is passionate about....
