Milka Wenas holds qualifications in Chemical Engineering (Hons) and Business. She brings over 15 years of experience across government and private advisory roles, including assessing R&D Tax Incentive applications and examining Australian and international patent applications. This rare combination of expertise provides a unique perspective on how innovation is evaluated across government funding, intellectual property, and commercial contexts.

Milka’s experience enables her to provide strategic, evidence-based guidance for R&D Tax Incentive claims and government grant applications, helping organisations strengthen the way they present their innovation.

Milka has worked with Australian companies across software, deep tech, manufacturing, renewable energy, engineering, life sciences and consumer products & services to:

• Identify suitable funding programs aligned with innovation and commercial goals

• Identify eligible activities and expenditure for the funding program

• Strengthen technical narratives

• Improve documentation and compliance readiness

• Prepare for and respond to audit and review processes with confidence

• Align innovation strategy with appropriate funding pathways and long-term commercial outcomes

Milka has supported Australian companies in securing more than $8.5 million in government funding through the R&D Tax Incentive and Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) programs.

Milka’s approach bridges technical depth, regulatory requirements, and commercial strategy, ensuring innovation is clearly articulated, well-supported, and positioned for funding success.