A Torres Strait Story
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 |
8:45 AM - 8:55 AM |
Trinity Room |
Overview
Dennis Fay, Founder, Salty Monkeys
Speaker
Dennis Fay
Founder
Salty Monkeys
A Torres Strait Story
Biography
Dennis Fay, a proud Torres Strait Islander man, is the founder of Salty Monkeys, a First Nations-owned adventure apparel brand grounded in ocean conservation and cultural storytelling. Born and raised in Zenadth Kes, the ocean shaped his identity and purpose. What began as documenting spearfishing adventures has evolved into an impactful organisation. Dennis champions ethical practices by collaborating with Indigenous artists and supporting communities through workshops and mentoring. He also leads the Marine Debris Taskforce, removing tonnes of waste from Torres Strait beaches and training locals in drone technology. An aviation firefighter and entrepreneur, Dennis fuses culture, sustainability, and innovation to empower change
