Alysia is renown for her significant expertise in agricultural education in a career spanning over two decades. She is a recognised leader and is well networked across agriculture, education, rural health and regional development. As part of her professional experience, she has developed agricultural themed learning programs, delivered professional learning and immersion programs for teachers, and has contributed to the design and implementation of agricultural education exhibitions at major events. She has a detailed knowledge of curriculum development and has led the case for the recent redevelopment of the Western Australian senior secondary Agricultural Science and Technology and Agribusiness courses as a key initiative to build an increased audience for young people into agricultural pathways. She has held President roles for both the State and National Agricultural Educators associations and has brokered industry support for education initiatives. Alysia has also worked nationally supporting the delivery of community-led drought resilience projects under the federal government’s Future Drought Fund investment, furthering connection in agriculturally-dependent communities.