Our Board 2026

Our board is made up of dedicated coffee professionals from across the supply chain, and we operate as a volunteer-based organisation. We meet monthly and collaborate regularly to organise events, develop programs, and grow and support our community, both locally and as part of the global IWCA network.

We also work to build meaningful partnerships, offer professional development opportunities, and strengthen connections with IWCA chapters around the world.

If you're interested in joining the board, we hold an Annual General Meeting (AGM) each year, where new members are elected. Or, if you'd simply like to get more involved in the community, please reach out. We’d love to hear from you.

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    Melissa Garcia

    President & Public Officer

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    Veronica Ponce

    Vice President

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    Dilhan Hincal

    Secretary

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    Nadia Fernandes

    Treasurer

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    Amy Pareezer

    Board Member

  • Emilie Coulombe

    Board Adviser

  • Amelia Franklin

    Board Adviser

IWCAA Current Objectives

  • Diversity of Women across the coffee value chain in Australia

    - Social Networking

    - Mentorship Opportunities

    - Knowledge Sharing Platforms

  • Actively encourage Men and other Marginalised Folk in our Gender Equality mission

    - RE-evaluate our message

    - Mentorship Opportunities

    - Involve more Men in Activities and Conversations

  • Financial Health for the Chapter

    - Retain Membership

    - Other Avenues for Revenue

IWCAA Future Objectives

  • - Networking Hub for Roasters / cafes / importers to Share Information About Their Offerings

    - Mentorship Program

    - Channeling Coffee Growth by Women to the Australian Market

All of our carefully considered current and future objectives are a work in progress and we hope to hear more from our members in regards to bringing these to fruition