The experts in, stakeholder relations
At SRG, we are dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. Our expertise spans stakeholder relations, auditing, consulting, communication, and engagement, making us your go-to partner for all your stakeholder needs.
Our mission is to build and maintain strong, transparent, and mutually beneficial relationships between our clients and their stakeholders. We strive to achieve this through comprehensive audits, insightful consulting, and strategic communication and engagement practices.
Our team consists of professionals with extensive experience and expertise in stakeholder relations, auditing, consulting, communication, and engagement. We understand that every organisation has unique needs, and we provide customised solutions that address your specific challenges and goals. SRG has a history of delivering successful outcomes for our clients, helping them achieve their stakeholder objectives. We are committed to delivering high-quality services with integrity, ensuring that we meet and exceed your expectations.
SRG has been helping organisations, businesses and government departments across many industries and states understand their stakeholders’ needs, hopes, concerns and expectations and communicate with them effectively.
Greg Ray
Greg is a seasoned strategic communications and business development expert with a distinguished career spanning decades. As a former political journalist with the ABC and a war correspondent in Vietnam, he has a deep understanding of the political landscape and public discourse.
After serving as a political adviser to several Cabinet Ministers, Greg founded his own successful enterprise. His entrepreneurial ventures included public relations consultancies, an advertising agency, a political reporting service, a personnel consultancy, and a weekly newspaper. His innovative approach and strategic acumen led to the acquisition of his public relations interests by the global giant Hill & Knowlton, where he served as Managing Director for Australia.
Following his tenure at Hill & Knowlton, Greg joined Royce Communication and Business Strategists as Special Senior Counsel. He returned to Tasmania in 2013 to apply his expertise to local businesses and initiatives to his firm at Timmins Ray.
As a leading corporate strategist, Greg has advised a wide range of clients, including major corporations, government agencies, and not-for-profit organisations. His expertise in strategic planning, public awareness, stakeholder management, and crisis communication has earned him numerous awards and accolades throughout his career.
Greg is the Principal of The Stakeholder Relations Group and the creator of our proprietary stakeholder model.
Kristi Ray
Kristi brings over a decade of industry experience, beginning her career at Currie Communications in Melbourne. Her journey has taken her to diverse roles, including a significant stint with a prestigious Tasmanian firm specialising in high-level government partnerships.
During this time, she gained a deep understanding of the complexities of stakeholder management, the critical role of effective communication in driving business outcomes, and the nuances of navigating governmental and organisational landscapes.
As a former Communications Director for a Queensland-based company, Kristi’s expertise extended beyond traditional public relations. She played a pivotal role in developing and implementing corporate communication strategies, fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders, and managing crisis communications. Her ability to translate complex information into clear and compelling messages has consistently contributed to the success of organisations.
Kristi’s Bachelor’s degree in Communications provides a solid foundation for her professional accomplishments. Her academic training has equipped her with a strong understanding of communication theories, research methodologies, and best practices.
Combined with her hands-on experience, this educational background positions Kristi as a valuable asset to any organisation seeking a skilled and experienced stakeholder communications professional.
Jacinta Christie
Jacinta brings over thirty years of experience in communication, sales, and marketing to SRG. Prior to joining our team, she focused on the strategic interplay between sales and marketing and how these functions impact business stakeholders.
Throughout her successful career, Jacinta has honed her skills in various regions, including New South Wales and Tasmania. Her deep understanding of diverse markets and audiences has equipped her to navigate complex business landscapes effectively.
At SRG, Jacinta is passionate about helping businesses build effective communication and engagement strategies.
She develops tailored communication plans that resonate with target audiences and drive business objectives, optimises sales processes to enhance customer interactions and increase revenue, leverages marketing channels to build brand awareness, generate leads, and foster customer loyalty, conducts market research to identify trends, opportunities, and potential challenges, and provides strategic guidance to senior executives on communication and marketing initiatives.
Jacinta’s dedication to her craft, combined with her extensive experience, makes her a valuable asset to SRG and our clients.
Ben Markussen
Ben, SRG’s resident tech guru, is a passionate data enthusiast with a deep-rooted love for numbers and technology. His journey began at the age of fifteen, when he immersed himself in the world of computers, learning to code and unravel the intricacies of data analysis.
Ben’s unwavering passion for data-driven insights fuels his dedication to helping businesses understand their stakeholders on a profound level.
He excels at breaking down complex statistics and facts into digestible, actionable information, providing a comprehensive understanding of stakeholders’ hopes, needs, concerns, and expectations.
Beyond his data analysis prowess, Ben is a skilled designer and innovator, constantly seeking out cutting-edge technological advancements to elevate our client offerings. His ability to blend creativity with technical expertise enables him to develop innovative solutions that drive tangible results.
Ben’s contributions to SRG extend far beyond his technical skills. His enthusiasm for his work is contagious, inspiring his colleagues and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
