Mel has worked across the private sector, consulting and government in in management and leadership roles, including at EPA Victoria and Sustainability Victoria.  Mel became the CEO of the Biosphere Foundation in May 2021. Passionate about environmental issues and a proud Biosphere Reserve local resident, Mel is committed to driving impactful outcomes at the Foundation.  Mel has a Bachelor of Information Science from the University of Adelaide and a Master of Environment from the University of Melbourne.