Tanya Barden OAM

25 July 2024

As CEO, Tanya Barden leads the AFGC as a representative of Australia’s food, beverage and grocery manufacturing sector. Tanya held the position of Director, Economics, Trade and Sustainability with the AFGC for 7 years before becoming CEO in 2017.

Throughout her career, Tanya has worked in government and the private sector on policy, economic, regulatory and sustainability issues that impact the industry. Tanya also previously ran her own online organic grocery business.

Tanya is an Independent Director of Foodbank Australia. Tanya holds Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Arts degrees, and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.