Our people
Peter Fraser
Peter Fraser is a veteran Australian corporate affairs, community engagement and government relations leader who has led functions for Edelman Global Advisory, Charles Sturt University and the Minerals Council. In Australia, he has advised listed companies such as ANZ, Brambles, BHP, Stockland, and Santos; high net worth individuals; and global corporations such as Aon Plc, EFTPOS, Hillhouse, IKEA, Greystar, Mitsubishi, KPMG and CNBC. His extensive career in Australian politics spans across national, state, and local levels. He has advised industry groups, educational institutions, government agencies, and companies on their communications, advocacy, and issues management strategies.
Susan Redden Makatoa
Susan Redden Makatoa is one of Australia’s leading corporate communicators. She has acted as a key advisor to organisations including PayPal, Microsoft, Netflix, Infosys, Woolworths, Frucor Suntory, Danone Nutricia, KMD Brands, Astra Zeneca, Amgen, Haleon, Audika, Xero and MYOB. A skilled facilitator and expert media trainer, Susan previously led the Corporate function for Edelman across 11 markets in APAC and was Group Managing Director Corporate for Ogilvy Public Relations. She has won multiple global IABC Gold Quills, APAC Sabres and CPRA Golden Targets for her work, and is an Adjunct Lecturer for Charles Sturt University.
Mick Bainbridge
Mick Bainbridge is a solicitor well-known for his strategic advocacy, policy and legislative work. Founder of Operational Legal Australia, Mick provides strategic and legal advice to organisations facing complex challenges, from independent investigations to policy reform to regulatory issues. Mick served in the Australian special forces in Afghanistan and East Timor. He is President of RSL NSW, Director of RSL Australia, Deputy Chair of the Hyde Park Memorial Trust, Director of AVCAT and a dedicated advocate and legal advisor for organisations around Australia.