We are a team of qualified poultry scientists with 50 years of joint on-farm practical and industry experience.

Shelley holds a PhD in Agriculture in the discipline of Animal Science and Poultry Science. She has worked for an animal feeds manufacturer and as a technical services manager for a national integrated egg producer. Shelley is the founder of Leading Edge Poultry Software.

Nicky holds a PhD in Poultry Science. She was at UKZN for 20 years lecturing and conducting research in various aspects of poultry science. She joined Leading Edge in 2025. She is involved in the Poultry Industry in various roles, including Secretary of the SA branch of the World’s Poultry Science Association.

Justine has an MSc Agric, majoring in Poultry Science. Following a part-time lecturing post at the University, Justine managed a broiler breeder operation for practical experience. She then moved to the feed industry as a technical advisor until taking on the position of an Operational Nutritionist. Justine joined Leading Edge in 2015.
