Elaine Darby

Elaine Darby has a diverse work experience spanning several industries and roles. Elaine is currently the Co-Founder & Director at Rumin8, a position they have held since June 2021. Prior to this, they served as the Managing Director of Aquila Black Ltd from May 2019.

Elaine has a background in investments and business management, having held the role of Director at Goldwood Investments Pty Ltd since January 1995 and at Mal Washer Nominees Pty Ltd trading as Avowest since January 1993.

In the biotechnology sector, Elaine worked as the Managing Director at AusCann Group Holdings Ltd from April 2015 to December 2018 and as the Investment Director at Biologica Ventures Pty Ltd from October 2013 to April 2015.

Before transitioning into the business world, Elaine worked as a Lawyer at Clayton Utz from February 2011 to October 2013. Elaine held both the role of Lawyer and Property Lawyer during this time.

Elaine also has experience in media and communications, having served as a Media and Communications Officer for Dr. Mal Washer MP - Federal Member for Moore from January 2005 to January 2011. In this role, they were responsible for formulating speeches, producing media releases, and maintaining websites.

Furthermore, Elaine has a background in winemaking and business development. Elaine served as the Managing Director and Senior Winemaker at Aquila Estate from January 1993 to December 2004. Their responsibilities included overseeing the winemaking process and managing marketing deals both domestically and internationally. Additionally, they established and managed a successful cellar door/cafe facility.

Earlier in their career, Elaine worked as a Biotechnology Researcher at Biowest Australia Pty Ltd from January 1992 to December 1992.

Overall, Elaine Darby has a well-rounded work experience with expertise in business management, investments, law, biotechnology, media, and winemaking.

Elaine Darby completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and Microbiology at The University of Western Australia from 1989 to 1991. In 1992, they pursued their Honours degree in Molecular Biology at Murdoch University. After a gap, Elaine returned to academia and obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in Law from Edith Cowan University from 2008 to 2010.