Simon Mildren

Simon Mildren is an enthusiastic entrepreneur, dedicated beekeeper, and the CEO and Founder of HiveKeepers, an innovative Australian technology company revolutionising the beekeeping industry. With a passion for sustainability and innovation, Simon is committed to supporting beekeepers and promoting eco-friendly practices.

Simon’s vision is to empower beekeepers at all levels by simplifying beekeeping practices, fostering sustainable hive management and building a global, supportive and informed community. HiveKeepers’ groundbreaking Micro Honey Harvester eliminates many traditional complexities, making honey harvesting easier, cleaner and more accessible. HiveKeepers aims to restore trust in honey purity, tackle honey fraud, and inspire new generations of beekeepers around the world.

With over 20 years of experience in Fire Services, Simon is known for his leadership and ability to develop dependable, high-performance teams in the emergency management sector. He has served as a Counter-Terrorism trainer and a forest fire management responder. Simon creates high-trust environments, prioritising welfare, resilience and effective team performance.

A strong advocate for agricultural innovation, Simon is passionate about integrating modern technology to enhance sustainability in one of the world’s oldest professions. His work bridges the gap between tradition and technology, giving beekeepers, whether recreational or commercial, more time to care for their bees and enjoy their craft.

Simon lives on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, Australia.