I love that DGC makes a big difference in people’s lives. I have first-hand experience in parenting unsettled babies and I know what a big improvement using DGC’s formulas can make to a child’s and parents well-being. This gives me a real sense of purpose in my role.

I gained a BSC (hons) in Biochemistry at University of Western Australia and also completed a PhD in human lactation. I then worked at the National Institutes of Health in USA, the Institute of Animal Physiology and Genetics Research and University of Nottingham in UK before commencing work with AgResearch in New Zealand. Whilst at AgResearch I conducted some research work for DGC before joining the company. I have published over eighty five peer-reviewed science articles, thirty five of which are related to goat milk or goat milk products.

I was born in New Zealand and completed a BSc(Hons) at Otago University before becoming a secondary school teacher followed by post-graduate study and a PhD in Immunology at the Australian National University, in Canberra, Australia. I then held post-doctoral positions in laboratories overseas, including Kenya and Scotland, working extensively in the field of immunology and vaccine development.

My life is science. I love it. Outside office hours I am a Trustee on both the Hamilton Science Excellence Awards Trust and the Exscite Trust and have been involved with the NIWA Waikato Science & Technology Fair for more than twelve years, holding the role of Chief Judge for six years. I also talk to groups about science and give presentations to groups in the Waikato region. I am very proud to have received the Hamilton Science Kudos Award for Science Education/Communication and the NZ Association of Scientists Award for Science Communication.

What I love the most about DGC is the passion for the products and how people are valued, whether they are DGC shareholder farmers, staff members, marketing partners or consumers. It is a privilege and a great pleasure to be working for a successful NZ company within a multicultural environment.

As a French born citizen, I treasure the NZ lifestyle, work life balance and friendships I have developed while working at DGC.

As a scientist I like fact-finding and problem-solving. I work to maintain our compliance with regulations and standards, so we can be sure that we’re doing everything we need to in order to provide our customers the best product we can make.

It’s very rewarding to know that I was able to contribute to making a high-quality product.

I work with government agencies and other organisations to help shape new regulations as the environment for infant and follow-up formula products continue to become more complex. As a company we are constantly looking for sensible and practical solutions that raise standards and safe-guard consumers whilst allowing for the effective implementation of scientific advances.

At home my work becomes reality with my grandchildren reminding me of the practicalities of feeding infants and young children.

t’s incredibly rewarding being in a position to help the various teams find solutions to nutrition-related challenges that are beneficial to everyone involved. I love working with the team at DGC and working with product formulation.

When I’m not at work you’ll find me with my two teenage boys or in the garden.

As a family oriented person, I enjoy sharing life with them and our friends. My wife and I are very proud of our two adult children and four grandchildren. I love it that DGC is a family company. Two of my grandsons help out here during the school holidays.

My role of checking and providing assurance that our products are eligible for their destined market/s, ensuring our systems are well maintained and up to speed to meet market standards is a respected part of that big picture. That feels good.

From personal experience, as a mother whose child experienced eczema when he came off breastmilk, I believe DGC’s Goat infant formula had a positive affect on our son. His skin irritation cleared up and our worries and concerns disappeared. I am thankful that this product is available for other mothers out there.

During my time in various areas of DGC’s Quality team my work has included product sampling, sensory evaluation of product, plant quality assurance support and now I look after some of the regulatory and compliance side of what we do.

The best thing about working here is the interaction with all the various departments and the many opportunities to learn and improve everyday.

As well as our all important market partners I also co-ordinate with the many groups throughout DGC, Customs, Ministry of Primary Industries and shipping companies. I get real satisfaction knowing that our product has been successfully shipped from NZ and has passed all the import-clearance processes and is on its way to our DGC babies.

Like many here at DGC I am a family person and out of work I spend my time with my partner Robbie and our blended family of nine. I like how DGC give young people opportunities. One our boys is the Engineering Support Technician here.

What I love about my role is that I am able to liaise with the wider group and that my contribution helps to make a difference to so many lives around the world.

When I’m not at work I’m active, fishing, playing music, training at the gym or hiking with the wife and kids.