Janine Waller
Position: Chief Executive Officer
Janine Waller is the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Dairy Products Federation (ADPF), a role she has held since joining the organization. Under her leadership, ADPF has played a crucial role in promoting and representing the commercial interests of its members, which include dairy manufacturers and traders across Australia.
Biography
Janine Waller was born on January 4, 1975, in Melbourne, Australia. She grew up on a dairy farm, which influenced her profound passion for the dairy industry. After receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science from the University of Melbourne in 1997, she furthered her education with a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Monash University in 2002.
Prior to her current position, Waller worked at various prestigious organizations, including Fonterra, where she held several key roles in supply chain management and strategic planning from 2003 to 2013. She later joined Dairy Australia, serving as the Director of Industry Insights from 2014 to 2019 before assuming her current role at ADPF.
Current Place of Work
As the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Dairy Products Federation, Janine Waller is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. The ADPF is Australia’s premier industry association for dairy processors, manufacturers, and traders.
Important Events
During Janine Waller's tenure at ADPF, several significant events have occurred:
- 2019: Janine Waller appointed as CEO of ADPF, marking a new chapter of strategic leadership for the Federation.
- 2020: Under Waller's guidance, ADPF successfully navigated the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring minimal disruption in the dairy supply chain.
- 2021: She spearheaded initiatives to promote sustainability in the dairy sector, including the launch of the ADPF’s Sustainability Framework aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting animal welfare standards across the industry.
- 2022: Waller played a pivotal role in negotiating trade agreements with major international partners, increasing Australia’s dairy export volumes by 5% and enhancing global market access for Australian dairy products.
- 2023: Launched a national campaign to raise awareness about the nutritional benefits of dairy, significantly boosting domestic consumption and supporting local dairy farmers.
Janine Waller continues to be a driving force in the global dairy industry, leveraging her extensive experience and passion to steer the future of the dairy sector in Australia and beyond.
Modified: 2025/05/18