Founder and Managing Director, Sea Forest
| Role | Organisation | Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Founder and Managing Director | Sea Forest | SmartCompany (27 Nov 2025), Startup Daily, SmartCompany (26 Nov 2025), SmartCompany (22 Sep 2025), Forbes Australia, SmartCompany (13 Oct 2022), SmartCompany (27 Apr 2022) |
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Seaweed-based livestock feed maker Sea Forest lists on the ASX after an oversubscribed share offer pulled in $20.5 million, putting its value at $112.1 million, with proceeds earmarked for new facilities and global expansion.
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