Join us for the global launch of the 2026 Gender Representation Report, where we go beyond the headlines to unpack what’s really driving progress and where it’s stalling across the food industry and most importantly, what that means for your own career and progression.
This session focuses on what the data means for you. From the first move into management to progression at senior levels, we’ll explore where careers are being accelerated, where progress is still needed.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, looking to step up, or just want to understand how the industry is evolving this session will help!
If you are based in the UK or Europe, join our other session on 26th March at 12pm BST. Register here



Australian Chair, Meat Business Women
Stacey McKenna serves as the Australian Chair of Meat Business Women, having recently signed on as the Australian Territory partner, Stacey is excited to grow the Meat Business Women initiative in the Australian market.
With extensive experience in the meat industry, she brings valuable knowledge and leadership to elevate women's roles and foster inclusivity.
In addition to this pivotal role Stacey also serves as the Industry Affairs Manager for The Midfield Group, a prominent meat Australian meat processor and holds board positions with both the Australian Meat Industry Council and the Australian Meat Processor Corporation.
Stacey is passionate about industry development and actively contributes to the development of the meat industry via these positions. Her dedication to industry engagement and diverse skill set position her as a strong advocate for the red meat sector.
Stacey's academic credentials include a Graduate Certificate in Agribusiness, a Diploma in Meat Technology, and graduation from the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Founder & Global Chair, Meat Business Women
Laura is a globally recognised expert in building networks and driving transformational change across the agri-food sector. Until 2019, she was Director of the Beef & Lamb Board at the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). In 2023, she was named in The Grocer’s Power List for her influence in the industry.
Through her consultancy, Lavenpark, Laura empowers businesses to achieve greater success by enhancing industry insight, connectivity, business development, marketing, and communications. She also delivers executive coaching, equipping leaders with the strategies to navigate change and maximise their impact.
Laura is the founder and Global Chair of Meat Business Women, the global professional network for women in the meat industry, which is recognised by the United Nations as a solution to the global Sustainable Development Goals.
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