Nathan Toleman is the Founder and Chairman of The Mulberry Group and one of Melbourne’s most influential hospitality figures. Over the past 25 years, he has helped shape the city’s café and dining culture through design-led, community-focused venues including Higher Ground, Top Paddock and The Kettle Black. He is also the founder of Common Ground Project, a regenerative farm and social enterprise supporting food security, education and employment pathways. An early investor in Lune Croissanterie and co-founder of Mulberry Partners, Nathan’s work brings together hospitality, design and purpose, with a strong focus on connection, sustainability and long-term impact.