Jennifer Snyders: A Visionary in Sustainable Bamboo Solutions

As the CEO of Australian Bamboo Plantations and House of Bamboo®, Jennifer Snyders stands at the forefront of sustainable agricultural and construction innovations with bamboo. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, her technical expertise and architectural innovation with bamboo are unparalleled. A proud member of the Australian Institute of Architects and the President of the Bamboo Society Australia, Jennifer’s work champions the sustainable use of bamboo nationwide. She is also recognized internationally as a World Bamboo Ambassador and a renowned speaker, advocating for bamboo’s role in a sustainable future.

Beyond her professional achievements, Jennifer is deeply committed to fostering diversity and empowering women in STEM. This mission extends beyond mere business objectives, aiming to make a profound impact on both societal norms and environmental sustainability.

“Our mission is twofold: to guide the bamboo industry towards unparalleled sustainability and to empower women in STEM fields. With a team predominantly composed of talented women, we’re not just growing bamboo; we’re nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment that challenges the status quo. This commitment transcends our everyday business, touching lives and safeguarding our planet for future generations.”

In every aspect of her work, Jennifer embodies the spirit of innovation, sustainability, and leadership. Her life’s work in advancing bamboo as a sustainable solution reflects not just a professional endeavor but a personal commitment to creating a better world for future generations, including her twin daughters. Through her leadership at House of Bamboo® and Australian Bamboo Plantations, Jennifer Snyders is not just shaping the bamboo industry; she is redefining our relationship with the environment and paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future.

Durnford Dart

Durnford Dart pioneered bamboo farming in Australia and currently has over 250 species growing on his commercial property in Queensland.  Durnford is generally acknowledged as this country’s Bamboo growing and marketing expert and is equally recognised in the massive Asian bamboo industry through scores of fact finding visits, co-operative planting programs, consultancy commissions and bamboo variety experiments in Asia and Australasia.

Jennifer Snyders

Jennifer Snyders BScArch is the CEO of House of Bamboo and a champion of sustainability with a passion for introducing bamboo as a means to alleviate soil degradation in Australia. She is regularly consulted, both nationally and internationally for her extensive knowledge of bamboo. She has many years of experience in the utilization of bamboo and a considerable network of industry associates who compliment Durnford’s expertise in growing, production and distribution of bamboo poles and associated by products within Australia and Internationally.

Petterson Barroso

Consultant expert with more than a decade of experience providing consultancy services to various companies, including implementing policies aimed at agribusiness, project coordination, stakeholder management and defense, and representation of rural entrepreneurship, complemented by solid experience in the financial sector. As Federal Superintendent of Agriculture for the Federal District – Brazil, Petterson supported agricultural cooperatives and collaborated to increase the economic and social development of local agricultural communities. 

Anika Molesworth

Dr Anika Molesworth is a farmer, scientist and storyteller. She is widely recognised for her work in agriculture and food systems and generating climate change awareness. Anika is the author of Our Sunburnt Country, which won the Royal Societies of Australia and New Zealand Writer’s Award for Outstanding Writing on Social Change. Other awards include Young Farmer of the Year (2015), Young Australian of the Year, New South Wales Finalist (2017), and Young Conservationist of the Year (2022). Anika is passionate about ensuring the best possible future for the planet, people and the food on our plates.