Our Directors
GIA is governed by a skills-based board made up of professionals from across the country, with backgrounds spanning plant production, allied businesses, policy, finance and strategy.
Some directors bring lived experience as commercial growers and suppliers, while others contribute deep expertise from adjacent sectors. Together, they help guide the national direction of the nursery industry – providing oversight, accountability and a shared commitment to strengthening the sector over time.
Ben Grange, Chair, Greenlife Industry Australia
Nick Hutchinson
Chair
Nick has been working in horticulture since 1989, when he and his father ran Oakwood Flower…
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Simon Smith
Deputy Chair
Simon was successfully reappointed to the Greenlife Industry Australia (GIA) Board of Directors for…
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Sonja Cameron
Director
Sonja’s desire to serve on the GIA board stems from a profound wish to give back to the industry.…
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Kieran Studders
Director
Kieran Studders is co-owner of Big Leaf Wholesale Nurseries on the Sunshine Coast and has worked in…
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Lauren Chandler
Director
Lauren Chandler was appointed to the Board in 2023. Using her skills as a company director within…
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Tony Green
Director
Antony (Tony) Green is Executive Chairman of the Green Group which owns Andreasens Green NSW &…
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David Lilja
Director
David Lilja was appointed to the Greenlife Industry Australia Board of Directors in 2023. David is…
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Alina Sedmak
Chief Operating Officer and Company Secretary
With over 20 years’ experience, Alina has a broad knowledge in both legal and finance matters,…
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The national voice supporting growers, protecting plant health and promoting greenlife.
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We honour the dedication and lasting impact of those who’ve shaped the nursery industry.
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GIA and its state members work together to support growers locally and represent the nursery…
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