The Microbiomics Group
TMG leads a distinguished portfolio of brands including Bio-az, Agricure, Vitacure, Biotica water and Terrain. Dedicated to driving scientific advancements that deliver tangible health benefits across all ecosystems human | animal | our planet.
Our Brands
About Us
Who we are
We blend ancient wisdom with modern science, exploring nature's diverse ecosystems to harness infinite wisdom. These profound insights essential for our planet to thrive are fudamental to enhancing our health and wellness.
What we do
Our team of world-class researchers study these naturally rich ecosystems, deepening our understanding of microorganisms. This knowledge guides our development of high-quality functional synbiotic ingredients.
How we do it
Enhancing life is the foundation of everything we do, driving excellence and quality across all our brands, to deliver innovative synbiotic ingredients, manufacturing solutions, and tailored product development, all designed to accelerate the success of our valued partners.
Our Values
Inspired by Nature
We recognise the infinite intelligence of nature's systems and the dynamic role in our wellbeing.
Driven by Science
We utilise science to discover and understand key biological functions to unlock human wellbeing.
Enhancing Life
We work with nature's intelligence to produce the world's best ingredients that connect people to the vitality of nature's systems and their own wellbeing.
Meet Our Executive Team
Maryann Thexton
Chief of Customer Success
Ian Youngman
General Manager Business Development
Evan Louwrens
Chief Financial Officer
Dr. Matthew Pollard
Chief Scientific Officer
Adrian Mrsnik
Operations - Site Manager
Lynette Rouse
EA - Chief Marketing Officer
Board Of Directors
Jeff Flood
Jeff Flood, Managing Director of The Microbiomics Group, combines scientific expertise with strategic business acumen. Leading Bio-az, he pioneers innovative Synbiotic ingredients, driving growth and sustainability. With a diverse skillset spanning General Management to Sustainable Development, Jeff fosters resilience and innovation. His commitment to social responsibility ensures continuous success for The Microbiomics Group and Bio-az.
Simon Porter
Simon Porter wears many hats, serving as Deputy Chair of the Mater Foundation Board, where he guides philanthropic efforts and oversees the Operations and Finance Committee, along with spearheading the Mater Little Miracles Campaign. Transitioning from a successful career at Accenture, Simon delved into the medical device industry as Director of Theravent, Inc., contributing significantly to the company's achievements. With his diverse expertise and unwavering dedication to philanthropy and innovation, Simon is a driving force for positive change and impact.
Lynette Rouse
Lynette Rouse, with forty years in the aesthetic dermatology sector, has excelled in companies driven by R&D innovation. As one of the visionary founders, her expertise is in skin health science, launching start-ups and driving business growth in emerging markets.
Mark Lear
Mark is an Engineer with over 40 years experience leading R&D programs and multiple startups through growth stages & divestment. Consults in business analysis, restructuring, manufactuirng, and software development.
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