Imogen Ross, NIDA
Imogen Ross is a professional theatre maker, ecoscenographer and live event designer of over 30 years’ experience. Since 2022 she has been NIDA’s Sustainability Manager, working with facilities, productions, and all Learning and Innovation staff to embed carbon reductive processes across the entire school. Part of her job is implementing the circular economy guidance of the Theatre Greenbook as well promoting environmentally sustainable practices across 11 performance disciplines, incl. design, writing, directing, acting, cultural leadership, technical theatre, properties and costume design.

Ryan Garreffa, Sydney Theatre Company
Ryan has over 10 years of experience across various sectors within the live entertainment and events industry. His expertise spans large-scale outdoor events, arts festivals, touring productions, hospitality groups, and performing arts venues. Throughout his career, Ryan has primarily worked as a Production Manager in the not-for-profit sector, collaborating with a diverse range of independent, small-to-medium, and major theatre companies.

Aimee Smith, Sustainability Consultant
Aimee has worked at the intersection of climate change, sustainability, creativity, arts  and community for 20 years. Alongside a successful career as a choreographer and dance artist, Aimee has a Masters in Sustainability and Climate Policy. As a sustainability professional she supports organisations to develop and implement net zero and sustainability strategies, and advocates for the important role of arts in the transition to a sustainable future.