Speaker Profile

Dr Nicole Garofano is the Head of Circular Economy Development for Planet Ark. In her role, Nicole is leading the ongoing strategic development of the Australian Circular Economy Hub (ACE Hub), building on her passion for creating change in how we produce and manage resources.

For almost 20 years, Nicole has worked in environmental education and action with a focus on waste management and more recently, circular economy.

Nicole has a PhD from research focused on the plastic food and beverage packaging value chain, identifying both local and global innovation to improve chain activities and outcomes.