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Skana Gallery

Public Relations Adviser

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Adviser to the Minister for Trade and Investment, Minister for Local Government, Minister for Veterans' Affairs

  • Education

    • University of Adelaide

      1987 - 1990
      Bachelor of Arts - BA PSYCHOLOGY

      Activities and Societies: Adelaide Uni Hockey Club

    • Ubiquity University

      2021 - 2021
      Foundations of Doughnut Economics

      The Earth’s resources are not infinite, and living within social and planetary boundaries is of key concern. Economic theories that are built on infinite expansion must shift to a focus on thriving in balance. Kate Raworth’s Doughnut Economics is rapidly gaining traction as a viable alternative to our current economic systems.

    • Bond University

      1997 - 1998
      Master of Public Relations Public Relations/Image Management Straight high distinctions

      Activities and Societies: Vice-Captain Women's Volleyball; Bond Radio DJ; Regular column in university newspaper • Vice-Chancellor’s List of Academic Excellence • Scholarship - School of Humanities and Social Sciences• Certificate of Achievement (High Distinction) - Public Relations: Theory and Techniques• Certificate of Achievement (High Distinction) - Media Relations

    • University of South Australia

      2011 - 2013
      Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

      Subjects included:• Business in China Intensive School – China (April 2012)• European Summer School of Advanced Management – Denmark (June-July 2013)

  • Experience

    • Campbelltown City Council

      Feb 2002 - Dec 2005
      Public Relations Adviser

      www.campbelltown.sa.gov.auStrategic public relations, media, communications and issues management, stakeholder engagement, marketing and communications services for a Council that still punches way above its weight.

    • City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters

      Dec 2005 - Jul 2014
      Manager, Business & Economic Development

      npsp.sa.gov.auSupporting and promoting economic development throughout the city-with-too-many-names, particularly through mainstreet development, marketing and promotion, and festivals and events.

    • Local Government Association of South Australia

      Jul 2014 - Sept 2016
      Senior Policy Adviser, Economic Development and Regions

      lga.sa.gov.au Supporting SA councils to do great economic development by providing information and advocating on their behalf.

    • Hon Geoff Brock MP

      Sept 2016 - Mar 2018
      Senior Ministerial Adviser

      Minister for Regional Development; Minister for Local Government

    • Wakefield Regional Council

      Apr 2018 - Apr 2019
      Economic Development Adviser

      wrc.sa.gov.auEngaged to kickstart Wakefield Regional Council's economic and tourism development program.

    • Lucid Economics

      Dec 2018 - May 2022
      Senior Associate

      lucideconomics.com.auLucid Economics is a boutique consultancy that works cooperatively with clients to solve their problems using economic and financial analysis. Lucid Economics advises both public and private sector clients all across Australia, often providing insights and clarity to direct investment decisions, policy and strategy.

    • Skana Gallery Consulting

      Dec 2018 - May 2022
      Economic Development and Government Relations

      Skana Gallery Consulting was established to bring a 360◦ perspective to economic development and local government, providing extensive experience in working with metropolitan and regional councils, state government agencies and ministers, regional development organisations and national economic development associations.

    • Minister for Local Government, Minister for Regional Roads

      May 2022 - Apr 2024
      Ministerial Adviser

      dit.sa.gov.au

    • Minister for Trade and Investment, Minister for Local Government, Minister for Veterans' Affairs

      Apr 2024 - now
      Ministerial Adviser

      dit.sa.gov.au/local-government

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Smart Cities Practitioner Certificate

      Smart Cities Academy
      Nov 2022
    • Affiliate

      Australian Institute of Company Directors
      Feb 2021
      View certificate certificate
    • Australian Certified Economic Developer (ACEcD)

      Economic Development Australia Limited
      Nov 2013
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Skana Gallery
      Outstanding Contribution by an Individual Award Mainstreet SA Oct 2014 mainstreetsa.com.auhttps://www.adelaidenow.com.au/business/sa-business-journal/outgoing-west-end-association-president-andrew-wallace-shares-mainstreet-award-with-skana-gallery/news-story/2001f57ac90a4bfe54b6a15d596c924f https://images.app.goo.gl/ioTxw57hyiX4j6oy6
    • Awarded to Skana Gallery
      Economic Development Practitioner - Excellence in Leadership Award Economic Development Australia Oct 2011 edaustralia.com.au https://images.app.goo.gl/wQcmaLc3KRuKtaRq6
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Newsletter Editor

      Issued by Kent Town Residents Association on Oct 2021
      Kent Town Residents AssociationAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Deputy Chair and Secretary

      Issued by Economic Development Australia Limited on Oct 2011
      Economic Development Australia LimitedAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Editor, National Journal

      Issued by Economic Development Australia Limited on Sept 2014
      Economic Development Australia LimitedAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Chair, South Australian Practitioner Network

      Issued by Economic Development Australia Limited on Dec 2008
      Economic Development Australia LimitedAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Business Development Council Member

      Issued by Government of South Australia on Nov 2012
      Government of South AustraliaAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Member Board of Directors

      Issued by Eastside Business Enterprise Centre on Aug 2012
      Eastside Business Enterprise CentreAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Treasurer and Founding Member

      Issued by Mainstreet SA on Jul 2010
      Mainstreet SAAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Marketing & Business Development Committee

      Issued by North Eastern Community Hospital on Jan 2003
      North Eastern Community HospitalAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Member, Business & Economic Development Committee

      Issued by City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters on Feb 2019
      City of Norwood Payneham & St PetersAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Committee Member

      Issued by Kent Town Residents Association on Oct 2021
      Kent Town Residents AssociationAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • State Council Member (SA)

      Issued by Public Relations Institute of Australia on Jan 2007
      Public Relations Institute of AustraliaAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Member

      Issued by Department of State Development Adelaide Industry Leaders Group on Jan 2012
      Department of State Development Adelaide Industry Leaders GroupAssociated with Skana Gallery
    • Telephone Counsellor

      Issued by Lifeline Australia on Jan 1995
      Lifeline AustraliaAssociated with Skana Gallery