Zelk

We are ZELK, a team of four young female engineers developing a buffet spread dispenser to replace single-use plastic packaging and the food waste associated with it. After learning that one quarter of our landfill is made up of plastic waste, we were driven to develop a sustainable solution that supports Australian made goods.

PFC Pitch

Pitch Deck

TRACTION

After meeting with the CEO of Bega, we are now meeting regularly with their specific faculties (such as Food Service and Manufacturing) within Bega. Bega is a leader in spread production in Australia; owning Vegemite, Zoosh as well as making Peanut Butter. They are very excited to work closely with us to support future integration, a great step towards achieving ZELK's goal! We have secured kitchens for trials, developed our prototype and are now working to secure more producers of spreads!

Team

Zali

I’m Zali from the Snowy Mountains of NSW and I’m in my 3rd year of an Advanced Science (majoring in Material Science ) and Mechanical Engineering degree. I have always loved being out in the snow and the delicate alpine ecosystems that I grew up in. Watching it change and be damaged by human activities was a main factor in my push to live more sustainably. My passion for sustainability ultimately became one of the main reasons I joined team ZELK.

Emma

I’m Emma, from the Central West of NSW and I’m currently in my second year of mechanical engineering. Growing up I loved challenges and solving real life problems. Joining ZELK has allowed me to pursue this passion with the guidance and skills our mentors and the Founders have equipped me with.

Laurene

Hi! I’m Laurene and I’m a 3rd year Mechatronics Engineering student. Growing up, I spent all my time in Melbourne’s outdoors; running, snorkelling and going on hiking trips with my family. Personally, I find that the most exciting part of learning is being able to apply it in a hands-on, innovative way. Joining ZELK has given me the opportunity to mix both my environmental interests and entrepreneurial aspirations in a team of bright and creative thinkers.

Kate

I'm Kate from the South West Slopes of NSW. After a year of general engineering studies, I have now chosen to specialise in Renewable Energy Engineering, enjoying my second year at uni and college. I love understanding how things work and coming up with ways to adapt and solve problems. That's why I joined ZELK - it hasn't been easy but it has been so much fun working alongside three other amazing women in engineering.