We are a materials science company on a mission to end the human reliance on traditional plastics.
We are greater than good
We're the people to do it
We’re Jordy and Julia Kay, the Co-founders of Great Wrap, and we’re reimagining today’s materials to solve tomorrow's problems.
Our former careers in winemaking and architecture, respectively, led us to Great Wrap once we recognized the sheer impact plastic waste was having on the land. There was a materials revolution happening around us, and everything was changing rapidly — yet plastic stayed the same. We knew the technology existed to put an end to plastic waste — but there weren’t any products available. So we invented the products we knew the world was missing. We are makers by trade so manufacturing our own products was the obvious route for us to take.
We’re driven by impact, fuelled by demand, and have a 10-year vision for a world where plastic doesn’t exist.
Award Winning
Since our conception in 2019, we have been lucky enough to have a profound impact on the people and businesses around us.
We’ve been recognized globally in ways we couldn’t have dreamed of, from the Melbourne Awards, Good Design Awards, The Design Files, The Circle Awards, and The Ocean Impact Pitchfest. We are extremely humbled by the level of admiration we’ve received
People who care
We’re a team of scientists, manufacturers, storytellers, and strategists.
We’re proudly creating local jobs across the country, and offer a positive and empowering culture for our team and community.
Our Impact Team was built by our dedicated and inspired team leaders who want to see Great Wrap achieve long-term goals that have a positive impact on the planet. They are helping us educate our community about composting, ensure we’re 100% accountable and reach millions of people worldwide with our story.
Why compostable materials are the future
The rapidly changing world of packaging is intimidating for businesses and consumers, and no one wants to cause more harm than good. By creating more compostable solutions, we are making it easier for people and businesses to adopt materials that aren’t destined for landfill.
Composting, where to start?
A third of the world's food is wasted, amounting to 1.3 billion tonnes annually. This high quantity of waste going to landfills leads to rising levels of greenhouse gas emissions. So if you don't already compost, it's time to start.
There are many choices for at-home compost facilities, from tumblers and bokashi bins to above-ground worm farms. You can even make your own. So decide what is right for you, do some basic research on starting your bin, and get composting.
The Science
It’s proven that you can’t build a materials science company without a team of scientists to support you. This is why we launched Great Lab.
Great Lab is the innovation and technology department at Great Wrap. They research, analyse and conceptualise our ideal solutions — all based on science. We will always use the best materials within Great Lab and never stop searching for ways to improve our products.
Our Materials Innovation Manager, Dr Marty, is passionate about plastics, particularly biopolymers. With his extensive knowledge and dedication to slowing climate change through materials innovation, we know this department and the future of our products are in the right hands.
Our Ethos
Circularity
We know that our planet reacts to actions, not words. We also know it needs regenerative practices that promote full circularity. It’s important to us that Great Wrap is disposed of properly, so we’re working hard to educate our community on the best and most sustainable way to do it.
Transparency
Transparency is key, and we have an unwavering commitment to it. Our evolution hasn’t been perfect, and it’s taken years to get our products to where they are. Our goal is to listen, learn, and then act. Continual improvement is a vital mindset, and it is written into our DNA.
Community
We are building a community of people who support practices that profoundly impact the world around them. Through scaling our business, we’ve created job opportunities for these people and shared ownership with them because we know that the more dedicated community members we have on board, the bigger difference we can make.
Meet the team
We are a team of over thirty makers, designers, microbiologists and chemists. L-R Julia Kay, Jordy Kay, Madieson Ryan, Benjamin Ngooi.
Julia has a wealth of experience and expertise in architecture, design, and project delivery. She is now the visionary of the brand and has driven the creative growth at Great Wrap. Julia’s warm energy helps to consistently drive the team to success.
Julia Kay
Co-founder & Co-CEO
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Julia has a wealth of experience and expertise in architecture, design, and project delivery. She is now the visionary of the brand and has driven the creative growth at Great Wrap. Julia’s warm energy helps to consistently drive the team to success.
Jordy has expertise in chemistry and the food and beverage industry. He has played a vital role in spearheading the development of Great Wrap’s technology while considering science at every step of the way. Jordy’s positivity and drive are integral to the business's growth.
Jordy Kay
Co-founder & Co-CEO
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Jordy has expertise in chemistry and the food and beverage industry. He has played a vital role in spearheading the development of Great Wrap’s technology while considering science at every step of the way. Jordy’s positivity and drive are integral to the business's growth.
Madieson’s knowledge of public relations, social media, and communications has led the team to an abundance of media coverage and brand awareness across the globe. An all-rounder who can strategize and be hands-on at the same time.
Madieson Ryan
Head of Communications
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Madieson’s knowledge of public relations, social media, and communications has led the team to an abundance of media coverage and brand awareness across the globe. An all-rounder who can strategize and be hands-on at the same time.
Michael brings significant knowledge and experience regarding modern manufacturing processes, methods, and controls, which have been invaluable in establishing our commercial facility. He also has a broad awareness of process improvement opportunities.
Michael Olsen
Head of Manufacturing
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Michael brings significant knowledge and experience regarding modern manufacturing processes, methods, and controls, which have been invaluable in establishing our commercial facility. He also has a broad awareness of process improvement opportunities.
Shannelle is an experienced people manager with a robust history of working in creative and innovative startups. Her north star goal is to create a more human, efficient, and emotionally intelligent way of working for all at Great Wrap.
Shannelle Galati
Head of People
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Shannelle is an experienced people manager with a robust history of working in creative and innovative startups. Her north star goal is to create a more human, efficient, and emotionally intelligent way of working for all at Great Wrap.
Jaclyn's enthusiasm for sales is evident in her approach to connecting, developing, and nurturing businesses. Her experience in sales strategy and planning has been instrumental in shaping the business development function at Great Wrap.
Jaclyn Kuan
Head of Business Development
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Jaclyn's enthusiasm for sales is evident in her approach to connecting, developing, and nurturing businesses. Her experience in sales strategy and planning has been instrumental in shaping the business development function at Great Wrap.
Martin’s passion for bioplastics and environmentally friendly materials has led him to study and work in this field throughout Australia, New Zealand, and Canada and back to Australia. He has over two decades of experience with plastics processing, modification, testing, and commercialization, as well as skills in science communication and consultation.
Dr Martin Markotsis PhD
Materials Innovation Manager
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Martin’s passion for bioplastics and environmentally friendly materials has led him to study and work in this field throughout Australia, New Zealand, and Canada and back to Australia. He has over two decades of experience with plastics processing, modification, testing, and commercialization, as well as skills in science communication and consultation.
With ten years in accounting and analysis positions, mainly in the surf and recreation industry, Lachlan’s experience in planning, forecasting and financial reporting is instrumental in managing the financial health of Great Wrap.
Lachy Hubbard
Finance and Operations Manager
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With ten years in accounting and analysis positions, mainly in the surf and recreation industry, Lachlan’s experience in planning, forecasting and financial reporting is instrumental in managing the financial health of Great Wrap.