About us
Our Team
Our team of experts have wide ranging backgrounds covering Naturopathy, Food Science and Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, Formulation, Food and Wellness start-ups. And that’s just in Australia and NZ. Using our global network of experienced consultants and regulatory advisors we can also manage your requirements worldwide, using local specialists with deep local knowledge and expertise.
Our solution finders will find the most suitable pathways to market for your product and deliver actionable insights and recommendations.
Nicholas
Nicholas has been a specialist in Regulatory Affairs for more than 20 years. His expertise spans the medical sector, health and beauty, and quality management. Starting his career in Pathology he moved to Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance Management in leading national and multinational organisations. He is a key contributing member of several industry groups and including the Sport Supplement Committee and Regulatory Technical Committee (CMA). Nicholas’ vast industry experience allows him to lead an experienced team of consultants to achieve your regulatory and business goals.
Kate
With a background in Naturopathy (Bachelor of Health Science) and broad regulatory expertise, Kate is our beauty and cosmetics specialist. She has led teams bringing products to market across dietary supplements, therapeutic goods, foods and cosmetics for both Australia and New Zealand. With her depth of knowledge in the wellness industry and regulatory affairs, Kate also creates and leads training and development programs for domestic and international audiences.
Sheldon
With over 12 years experience in the food and beverage industry, complemented by continuous education in Food Science and Nutrition, Sheldon specialises in Australian and New Zealand Food Regulations and Sports Nutrition. He has collaborated with leading Australian companies, leveraging his expertise across emerging as well as established household brands of multinational FMCG businesses. Sheldon’s professional portfolio includes diverse product categories, and he has provided consultancy services to clients both domestically and internationally.
Our clients
At SMART Collaboration we manage the regulatory needs for brands of all shapes and sizes. Our clients range from international brands and household names to small, start-up businesses. Our clients come from a diverse range of sectors such as food, listed medicines, complimentary and natural medicines, sports nutrition and supplements, health, beauty, and personal care.
With a global portfolio of clients, we are specialists in regulatory requirements both domestically and across the APAC region. We also have a significant roster of clients within the United States, Canada, UK and Europe for whom we provide advice, direction and support.
What our clients say
Co-owner
Lifestyle nutrition brand
“We have worked with Nicholas for many years as a trusted advisor. He is always accessible and willing to discuss ideas and the regulations surrounding them. He has a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory framework but also understands the commercial aspect of business which in my opinion positions him as one of the top regulatory consultants in the country.”
Founder and formulator
Biotech beauty brand
“With a personal passion and commitment to health and wellbeing, Nic walks the talk when working with company leaders and formulators in developing authentic solutions in the personal care space. His decades of experience paired with his international expertise transforms the regulatory process to one of ease, with an agile can-do approach to problem solving, innovation and creativity.”
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