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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Jo Sheppard

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General Manager, Policy and Projects

Adam Knapp

Adam Knapp is QFF’s General Manager for Policy and Projects, leading the strategic development and delivery of policy initiatives that strengthen Queensland’s agricultural sector.
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General Manager, Water and Energy

Alicia Kennedy

Dr Alicia Kennedy is QFF’s General Manager for Water and Energy, leading strategic initiatives that enhance the affordability, security and sustainability of water and energy for Queensland agriculture.
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Chief Operating Officer, and Special Projects

Rebecca Donohoe

Rebecca Donohoe is QFF’s Chief Operating Officer managing strategic operations and governance, as well as special projects.
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Finance Officer

Stacey Beaumont

Stacey Beaumont is QFF’s Finance Officer, bringing extensive experience in accounting, governance and education to the organisation’s financial management and reporting.
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Corporate Partnerships and Communications Manager

Anna Jones

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Acting Corporate Partnerships and Communications Manager

Jak Kirwin

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Media and Communications Officer

Suzy Lloyd

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Project Manager, Energy

Andrew Chamberlin

Andrew Chamberlin is QFF’s Project Manager for Energy, overseeing the federation’s energy project portfolio and delivering initiatives that support Queensland farmers to improve efficiency, sustainability and resilience.
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Project Officer, Energy

Jonathan Mendez

Jonathan Mendez Gonzalez is QFF’s Energy Project Engineer, specialising in energy efficiency, sustainability and decarbonisation across Queensland agriculture.
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Policy Officer – Agriculture

Samuel Laffer

Samuel Laffer is Policy Officer, Agriculture at QFF, leading policy development and advocacy initiatives that supports productivity, sustainability, and resilience across Queensland’s agricultural sector.
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Policy Advisor Water

Jo Martin

Jo Martin is QFF’s Water Policy Advisor, leading policy development, analysis, and advocacy across Queensland’s water sector. She works closely with industry, government, and technical experts to promote fair, efficient...
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Energy Engagement and Education Advisor

Stephanie McKechnie

Stephanie McKechnie is QFF’s Energy Engagement and Education Advisor, working with state and national peak agricultural bodies, the energy sector and government to support policy and project development relating to...
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Project Manager - Graduate Programs

Eloise Cosgrove

Eloise Cosgrove is QFF’s Project Manager for Graduate Programs, supporting pathways that connect early-career professionals with opportunities across Queensland agriculture.
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Project Manager, Industry Skills and Job Advisor Program

Kym Wessling

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Project Manager, Risk, Recovery and Resilience

Kerry Battersby

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Project Officer, Risk, Recovery and Resilience

Bec Tkal

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Policy Advisor, Intensive Animal Industries

Dr Laurie Dowling

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Project Manager, SmartAg Queensland

Julia Jurgs

Julia brings a vibrant mix of education and real-world industry insight to her work, grounded in a Bachelor of Arts in Law, International Relations and Human Rights, alongside ongoing studies...
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Project Manager, Workforce and Skills

Adam Curcio

Adam Curcio is QFF’s Project Manager for Workforce and Skills, leading initiatives that strengthen Queensland’s agricultural workforce through strategic planning, capability building and digital innovation.
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