Kirsten is the Chief Executive Officer of GRACosway and is responsible for the overall management and strategic direction and development of the firm. Kirsten leverages more than 20 years’ experience in public policy, government relations and communications to deliver expert counsel to clients and colleagues. She is a strategic thinker, a problem solver and a respected leader at the top of her field.

Kirsten’s work with clients across the health, property, infrastructure and financial services sectors is informed by a deep understanding of the political, policy and regulatory landscape. As a trusted long-term advisor, Kirsten has a reputation for creativity and clarity.

In addition to her leadership role, she provides strategic counsel to clients, among them Ovarian Cancer Australia on a pro bono basis, Scentre Group and CPP Investments.

Kirsten is a director of Clemenger Group, the parent company of GRACosway, and the firm’s Perth subsidiary, GRA Partners, as well as its New Zealand subsidiary, GRC Partners + Porter Novelli.