Sam is dad to two girls Zoe & Ruby via surrogacy and has become one of the globe’s foremost commentators and researchers on surrogacy trends. He convenes conferences and seminars for intended parents in Ireland, UK, Australia, Asia and Scandinavia. Sam consults with singles and couples from around the globe to assist them to plan safe and reliable routes to building families through surrogacy. He has behind-the-scenes knowledge of providers of egg donation and surrogacy around the globe. He has seen the best and worst that surrogacy can deliver.  He continues to promote best practice through conferences, one-on-one consultation and online resources. He runs a healthcare research consultancy and is the author of three books and is a non-executive director of the charity Surrogacy Australia.

Tammy Sun is the CEO of Carrot Fertility, the leading global fertility benefits provider for employers, which she co-founded with the mission to make fertility care more affordable and accessible for all. Carrot’s clinically-managed program includes egg freezing, in vitro fertilization (IVF), donor and gestational carrier services, and adoption. Carrot supports companies in more than 42 countries across North America, Asia, Europe, South America, and the Middle East. Prior to Carrot, Tammy had a successful career across marketing, technology, and politics.

As Deputy State Director with Life Without Barriers, Melanie oversees the strategic and operational management of all Family Based Care (Foster Care)
placements in NSW. Melanie has worked in the Community Services Sector for over 20 years and is a member of the Family Services NSW Board With a strong sense of social justice, Melanie commenced her Social Work career in community development roles in disadvantaged communities across Sydney NSW For over 15 years, Melanie has held senior leadership roles with large non profit organisations overseeing the operations of child and family services, mental health services, disability, community aged care and community development programs. Melanie’s passion is to deliver high quality community services that improve the overall outcomes of vulnerable children and young people, families and communities.

Donna was diagnosed with endometriosis in 2001 at the age of 31. Donna’s personal experience motivated her to set up Endometriosis Australia. Her goal is to pay it forward for the next generation so that a successful treatment and cure can be found. Donna originally studied Fashion Design/Business, and after battling chronic health conditions, Donna went on to study Holistic Nutrition and Homeopathy. In 2018, Donna was named in the Australian Financial Review’s 100 Women of Influence and was Blackmore’s Women & Wellness – Change Being for 2019. Donna is a Member of the Federal Steering Committee for the Implementation of the National Action Plan for Endometriosis. She is a Director of Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) and is an Australia Day Ambassador.

Kate Pippia is the Director of Identilab, a Brisbane-based laboratory specialising in DNA testing for parentage and kinship. Kate has 14 years experience as a human identification specialist, including 9 years as a forensic DNA analyst. She and her team are highly experienced in providing evidence of claimed family relationships, both locally and abroad. Kate has a special interest in surrogacy cases and understands the emotions experienced by intended parents, having been on that journey herself. Identilab is proud to be the preferred provider of DNA testing for Families Through Surrogacy and considers it a privilege to be able to assist with this part of the process.

To book a consultation with Kate contact [email protected]

Igor has lived and studied in the UK for over 12 years, studying business management and later was awarded a degree from one of the best culinary academies in the world. He pursued his passion for the culinary world for over 8 years, channeling his efforts in making people smile everyday with his gastronomical creations. Bloxham School – Cambridge Centre for Sixth Form Studies – Royal Holloway University of London – Le Cordon Bleu London

As his best friend came out to him a year ago, he since then became very passionate about LGBT+ advocacy and helping to de-stigmatize same-sex parenting. An opportunity unexpectedly appeared before him during the COVID-19 pandemic when he was looking for a new project and this was surrogacy. Without hesitation Igor knew this was his opportunity to make a difference and help the LGBT+ community with the joy of starting a family through surrogacy.

His team has been working very hard in order to expand our company internationally so we could guide all intended parents through the surrogacy journey regardless of their marital status and sexual identity while making it secure and accessible to everyone.

Igor is the very first point of contact when Intended Parents from the LGBT+ community get in touch with World Center of Baby. He aims to guide each intended parent through this incredible journey while providing his assistance during the surrogacy process by tackling each case as unique and worthy of all the attention. He is readily available to speak to all intended parents, whether they are still researching their options or have already embarked on their journey.

Complimentary One on One Consultations are available [email protected]