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Anou Khanijou
Director | Melbourne Fashion Festival
Anou Khanijou has been appointed President of the Australia India Society of Victoria (AISV), bringing extensive leadership, entrepreneurial and community experience to the role. As Victoria’s Indian community continues to grow,
she will lead initiatives that
strengthen inclusion, cultural connection and community engagement, while advancing AISV’s mission to support and empower Australian Indians across Victoria.
Fuzz Ali
Producer | Food + Lifestyle + Art + Travel | NSW Australia Day Ambassador 2026
Fuzz Ali is a Sydney-based food creator, writer and media personality celebrating Pacific and Indo-Fijian culture through food and storytelling. An Australian-born Fijian, he contributes to SBS Food and Better Homes and Gardens Australia,
Ali also hosts Mapping South Asian Food on SBS Spice, and founded Fiji Pantry. He also supports the arts and community as Chair of Dance Noir, NSW Australia Day Ambassador, and Down Syndrome NSW Ambassador.
Helen Waldron
Member Relations and Head-NSW | Australian Industry Group
Helen Waldron, Head of Member Relations at Ai Group, has been with the organization since 2002, managing member relationships nationally and leading teams across Australia.
Originally from Ireland, she has lived in the US and Hong Kong before settling in Australia. Helen played a pivotal role in advocating for members during the pandemic and remains dedicated to enhancing member services nationwide.
Prerana Mehta
Chief Executive Officer | FECCA
Prerana Mehta is the newly appointed CEO of FECCA. Prior to this she was the CEO of the Australian Council of Learned Academies (ACOLA), where she led efforts to strengthen public-private partnerships and foster collaboration between research institutions, government, and the private sector in emerging growth areas.
With extensive global experience, Prerana has developed strategic programs across government and private sector in the USA, Southeast Asia, India, and the Pacific.
sonia GANDHI
CEO, Gandhi Creations | Founder FOMA
Sonia is the Founder and CEO of Gandhi Creations Pty Ltd, a multi-award-winning events enterprise focused on strategic events, cultural diplomacy, and global engagement.
With over a decade of experience delivering 600+ events across the Asia-Pacific, she has built strong networks across government, industry and communities, while championing inclusion and collaboration.
