Why take this masterclass?

Focus is on tenders, contracts, partnerships, collaborations, certified labels for low emissions and circular products.

Presenters and facilitators

Helen Millicer

Helen uniquely combines 30 years' expertise and experience in industry, business and government. She is currently advising the Australian Government and state governments on circular product design and systemic strategic changes to policies, strategies, targets, financial instruments and regulations. She is also collaborating with national peak industry associations on climate risks and emissions reductions. Helen has international networks in circular economy policies and effective programs, and depth in experience in packaging, plastics and organics. Recent roles include circular programs for the Vinyl Council of Australia, Victorian Government (Circular Economy action plan, Kerbside Reforms, renewable energy jobs fund) and the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation on strategic targets and recycled content.

Helen has formal qualifications in business, carbon accounting, and through AICD in corporate governance. Helen has been recognised in several awards and scholarships, including a Churchill Fellowship and Victorian Government Women Leaders scholarship. Helen is currently Chair, Churchill Trust Committee; Board Advisor, Repeat Plastics (Replas) and co-founder of a new program Australian Associations on Climate and Emissions.

Damien Giurco

Professor Damien Giurco is Deputy Director, Research at the Institute for Sustainable Futures. With a focus on responsible prosperity, Damien has worked collaboratively with government and industry spanning the minerals, water, waste and energy sectors on strategy, modelling and policy, including circular economy. Damien is a director of the Product Stewardship Centre of Excellence, chairs the advisory group for Ewaste Watch and was a member of the Expert Reference Group for the NSW 20 year waste strategy.