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Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Engaged by the Qantas Group to support strategic communications projects and the rebuilding of trust and pride in Australia’s national carrier.The Qantas Group's main business is the transportation of customers using two complementary airline brands - Qantas and Jetstar. Our airline brands operate regional, domestic and international services.

Australia

Led group corporate and post Royal Commission remediation communications and the fundamental resetting of Crown’s communications frameworks and policies. Company spokesperson and member of the group’s crisis management team.Crown operates large scale integrated resorts and casino businesses including Crown Melbourne, Crown Perth, Crown Sydney, Crown London, Nobu Hospitality, Capital Golf Club and Betfair.Communications Projects:~ Crown’s $450M agreement with AUSTRAC to settle historical money laundering and counter terrorism financing contraventions.~ Crown’s internal uplift and understanding of risk, governance and compliance post Royal Commission.~ Crown’s whistleblower program and PlaySafe - Crown’s renewed focus on gambling harm prevention.~ New Crown Resorts Crisis Communications Plan and Group Corporate Communications and Social Media Policy.~ Crown’s settlements with the VGCCC and GWC over historical casino control practices including taxation and responsible gambling.~ Crown’s Annual Report, new Code of Conduct and Modern Slavery Statement.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Led communications strategy for Telstra’s Product and Technology Group and managed services arm, Telstra Purple. Communications Business Partner to Telstra Group Executive, Product and Technology.Communications Projects:~ New 5G powered augmented reality (AR) wayfinding at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium with Google and Accenture.~ Telstra’s presence and announcements at Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2022.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Led group corporate and transformation communications following the company’s transaction of sale to private equity and delisting from the ASX. Company spokesperson and member of Virgin’s Group Leadership Team.Group companies include Virgin Australia, Tigerair Australia and Velocity Frequent Flyer.Communications Projects:~ Bain Capital’s 100 day post acquisition plan, including the repositioning of Virgin Australia as a value-based carrier.~ The restructuring of Virgin’s order with Boeing for B737 MAX aircraft.~ Business partner to Group CEO Jayne Hrdlicka (speeches, briefing notes, press and industry events).

Sydney, Australia

Managed group corporate and operational communications throughout Covid-19 and the company’s voluntary administration. Company spokesperson and member of Tigerair’s Senior Leadership Team.Communications Projects:~ The closure and shutdown of Tigerair Australia.~ Major fleet, property and supplier contract repudiation programs during Virgin’s voluntary administration.~ Workforce restructuring and enterprise bargaining initiatives.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Managed group communications strategy across 13 markets for Asia’s largest low cost airline, including its transformation into a leading digital travel and lifestyle company. Principal spokesperson and communications counsel to AirAsia Group’s CEO and Executive Team.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Led regional communications and government relations strategy and execution in Australia and New Zealand. In-market spokesperson and industry engagement lead.

Sydney, Australia

Led proactive PR and media relations initiatives for the NSW Government’s road toll policy initiatives and Towards Zero campaign. Supported the offices of the NSW Transport, Roads and Police Ministers.

Sydney, Australia

Led H+K’s award-winning tourism and travel practice and held the role of PR and Trade Manager Australia at Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Led Trade & Industry communications campaigns and familiarisation programmes for DNSW’s international western markets.

Sydney

Managed Trade, PR and Publicity campaigns in Australia for one of the world’s most respected tourism brands, 100% Pure New Zealand.