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Dr Sharon Harvey is a Senior Research & Innovation Program Manager at Wine Australia, where she leads research, development and innovation initiatives that support the long-term sustainability, productivity and competitiveness of the Australian grape and wine sector. She has been with Wine Australia since 2015 and works closely with researchers, industry partners and government stakeholders to deliver outcomes across areas including grapevine improvement, biosecurity, sustainability, climate adaptation and innovation adoption.

Sharon holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular Genetics from The University of Adelaide and brings extensive scientific and research management experience to her role.

Throughout her career at Wine Australia, Sharon has led and supported key industry initiatives, including national grapevine collection and propagation programs, emissions reduction and sustainability projects, and collaborative research partnerships designed to help Australian grapegrowers and winemakers respond to future challenges and opportunities. Her work focuses on translating science and innovation into practical outcomes that strengthen the resilience and prosperity of the Australian wine sector.