Skana Gallery

Public Relations Adviser

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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
- 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
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Deputy Chair and Secretary
  Issued by Economic Development Australia Limited on Oct 2011
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Editor, National Journal
  Issued by Economic Development Australia Limited on Sept 2014
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Chair, South Australian Practitioner Network
  Issued by Economic Development Australia Limited on Dec 2008
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Business Development Council Member
  Issued by Government of South Australia on Nov 2012
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Member Board of Directors
  Issued by Eastside Business Enterprise Centre on Aug 2012
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Treasurer and Founding Member
  Issued by Mainstreet SA on Jul 2010
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Marketing & Business Development Committee
  Issued by North Eastern Community Hospital on Jan 2003
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Member, Business & Economic Development Committee
  Issued by City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters on Feb 2019
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Committee Member
  Issued by Kent Town Residents Association on Oct 2021
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- State Council Member (SA)
  Issued by Public Relations Institute of Australia on Jan 2007
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Member
  Issued by Department of State Development Adelaide Industry Leaders Group on Jan 2012
  Associated with Skana Gallery
- Telephone Counsellor
  Issued by Lifeline Australia on Jan 1995
  Associated with Skana Gallery