Lacky ia an experienced environmental scientist and landscaper and holds a Bachelor of Science, specialising in Wildlife and Conservation Biology.  His particular passion for sustainable agriculture and food systems is being further fostered through his current further study as a Master of Environment Student at the University of Melbourne. He has previously received multiple awards for study abroad, enabling him to undertake exchange semesters in Vienna and Copenhagen.

Lachy was previously an environmental remediation scientist for Western Environmental, engaging with clients and provided site assessments and contamination solutions. During this role, his team notably worked on the Western Roads Upgrade Project, providing a site wide investigation and management solutions through both field sampling and spatial analysis.

Lachy’s professional experience has been complemented through various retail and event management roles, as well as volunteering on various revegetation projects, conferences and farms around the world. A personal highlight was witnessing an active volcano erupting into the ocean.