Our Story
Turning Science into Trust, and Trust into Action
InterpreData was founded with a clear vision:
To bridge the gap between cutting-edge science and the real-world need for transparent, verifiable supply chains.
Our journey began in Western Australia, where a small team of data scientists, bioinformaticians, and industry experts recognised a critical challenge:
While the world demanded sustainability, traceability, and accountability, the systems available to independently verify those claims were often fragmented, limited, or disconnected from emerging scientific capabilities..
We set out to change that.
Our Team
Hannes Bernhardt
Managing Director – Netherlands | Chief Information Officer
Hannes brings more than 20 years of experience across system architecture, data science, bioinformatics and artificial intelligence. His research collaborations include plant genetics and species identification with the University of Western Australia. He leads InterpreData's technology development, integrating bioinformatics, scientific data and digital systems into practical verification solutions.
Greg Stocks
Managing Director – Australia
Greg brings extensive leadership experience across business, education and local government, including senior roles within the City of Albany. As Managing Director of InterpreData Australia, he provides corporate leadership and governance while supporting the company's strategic growth and international development.
Tony Fitzpatrick
Director – Australia
Tony brings more than 30 years of experience across education, training, business development and organisational leadership. He has held senior roles focused on strategic growth, operational improvement and commercial development. As a Director of InterpreData Australia, Tony contributes extensive experience in building sustainable organisations and identifying opportunities for innovation and growth.
Maggel Bernhardt
Director – Netherlands | Operations & Finance Manager
Maggel leads InterpreData's operations and financial management, with responsibility for establishing and supporting the company's European operations in the Netherlands. Her role spans financial and operational planning, governance, compliance and business systems, helping build the structures required for InterpreData's sustainable growth and commercial expansion across Europe.
Graeme Crook
Business Development Officer
Graeme brings nearly 30 years of experience in project management, business development and stakeholder engagement across complex technical environments. At InterpreData, he focuses on developing industry relationships, engaging with timber exporters and supply-chain participants, and supporting the commercial development of the company's scientific verification services.
Jason Parre
Computer Programmer
Jason is a software developer with experience in application development, database systems and data-driven software solutions. At InterpreData, he supports the development and maintenance of the company's digital platforms and technical systems, working with the broader team to translate scientific and operational requirements into practical software solutions.
Chandra Datta Sumi
Bioinformatician & Researcher
Chandra is a bioinformatician and researcher with expertise in genomics, machine learning and data analytics. She holds a PhD in Pharmacy from The University of Queensland and a Master's in Systems Biotechnology from Chung-Ang University, South Korea. At InterpreData, she applies computational and analytical methods to genomic data, supporting scientific research, traceability and DNA-based verification solutions.
Frankie Busetti
Chief Scientist
Frankie brings nearly 30 years of experience in analytical chemistry, including senior roles as Chief Scientist, Laboratory Manager and Application Specialist with Thermo Fisher Scientific. He has extensive expertise in advanced analytical instrumentation and laboratory operations. As Chief Scientist at InterpreData, Frankie provides scientific leadership and supports the development and application of robust analytical approaches across the company's research and verification services.