What people are saying
“There are many different ways a business can become sustainable: reducing waste, preventing pollution, adopting clean energy, conserving water, greening the planet by planting trees is to name a few.
We had the pleasure of listening to ‘Alison’ who took us through on a journey with her valuable life experiences by giving many tips of sustainable best practices which made us to clearly understand the elements of conserving energy, reducing waste, using organic amenities, establishing energy management programs and educating employees related to the hospitality industry.
Her Knowledge, Passion and Interesting delivery style prompted us to think fresh and implement new sustainable best practices to boost the Resort operations in Maldives.”
— Sanjeeva Perera, General Manager, Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives
“Alison Drover is a leader in the field of sustainable food, health and nutrition. Her expertise, professionalism and dedication to sustainable food and food waste avoidance whilst working as a consultant for NE Waste's Love Food Hate Waste program was highly valued and respected. This also reflected in the workshops she ran for NE Waste and our 7 member Councils which engaged some 300 community members across the North Coast, with 100% reporting her as an excellent presenter.
Alison is also able to bring other partners and businesses into her work - for example Munch Crunch and Coopers Shoot tomato’s provided in-kind sponsorship to her workshops. Alison has the ability to engage any audience (and any age) in sustainable food choices and food waste avoidance. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Alison, and NE Waste has had the privilege of having her as part of our team.”
— Linda Tohver, Newaste, Business Consultant
“After knowing Alison for a number of years and working with her on a number of events, I have found her dedication to ethical food production faultless. Her energy and passion shine through a creative and seemingly endless bank of ideas, which she always follows through. I hope to continue working with Alison well into the future.
"We met Alison as a result of our involvement in the inaugural Breakfast on the Bridge promotion in 2009.
Alison's passion and appreciation for promoting 'real' local produce was greatly appreciated. Her ongoing commitment to finding and recognising producers who appreciate sustainability and authenticity ensures a positive result for not only the growers, but consumers as well. We would have no hesitation in recommending Alison to any potential clients.
“Alison has run workshops for Byron Community College on sustainable food sourcing and cooking and the love food, hate waste series. We always get great feedback from participants, she is passionate, well organised and gives 190% to everything she does.”
— Katrina Shield Sustainability Education Manager Byron Community College
“Alison’s workshops are engaging and inspiring. Her passion for sustainable cooking is contagious and her workshops empower participants to improve their food literacy, whilst utilising local produce even in the most basic of meals.
Alison is clear, articulate, very informed, personable and full of creative practical ideas for sustainable solutions.”
— Graeme Williams. Health Promotion Officer, Northern NSW Local Health District
“Alison delivers above and beyond and has an ability to see opportunities that are not only creative but strategic in line with customer demand.”
“Alison's food creativity and commitment to ethical, sustainable events is a breath of fresh air and it's always a pleasure to collaborate with her”
— Jared Ingersoll Chef, Restauranter, TV personality & Consultant - Danks Street Depot