Three decades of leadership across the corporate, policy and political sectors is used to help manage socio-political risk that can damage organisations’ reputation and the ability to achieve commercial or other objectives. Prior roles include Executive Global Head Corporate Affairs, Orica; Group Executive Public Affairs, Santos; Director Government Affairs, BP; Senior Adviser to the Prime Minister of Australia, the Hon John Howard MP; Chief of Staff; and various public sector leadership roles. Consulting assignments available on request and with clients’ consent. A trusted adviser, strategic thinker, energetic and tenacious leader. Track record of building and developing capability within organisations, applying leading practices to change perspectives internally and among stakeholders to enhance companies’ reputations and deliver commercial benefits. Shaped operating environments to benefit customers, communities, organisations, industries and Australia.A corporate public affairs adviser known for insight and judgment that generates impact on organisations; and for the quality, breadth and enduring nature of relationships. Key achievements: • Led rebuilding of Orica’s reputation and secured at-risk operating licenses• Repeatedly, successfully repositioned companies among critical stakeholders• Built, led and developed high performing teams working locally and internationally• Shaped government policy to deliver benefits for communities, companies, industries and AustraliaKnown and respected by others for:• Insight and Judgement: Offers unique insights and then solves those problems• Stakeholder Management: Builds strong and enduring relationships• Capability Building: Develops cohesive teams that have impact through leading practices• Dedication and Determination: Never gives in when the outcome is worthwhile• Agility and Breadth: Experienced at highest levels of public, political and corporate sectors