Overview

Known Associates Australia is a partner company of Known Associates, specialising in premium Event Management with a focus on collaborating with the Indigenous community. 100% Aboriginally owned, the company is headed up by husband and wife team, Troy and Tamara Cook. The pair had a strong desire to set up a company which creates a better future for their children and Indigenous generations to come. The approach is two-fold; Known Associates Australia prioritises working with other Indigenous businesses to strengthen inclusivity in the events industry. Secondly, the company focusses on an internship program for Indigenous tertiary students who want to enter the world of events. Through her expertise in running Known Associates Events, Tamara has had great success in training and assisting budding event professionals. Through Known Associates Australia, she and Troy will focus on welcoming, training and assisting to place Indigenous people in their desired event management roles. Between them, Troy and Tamara have over 35 years of events experience. Troy has worked on event logistics, creative concepts, fundraising strategies, Indigenous aspects, in MC and keynote speaker roles, and much more. Tamara’s event management experience dates back to years in hotel management, US cruise ships and as Events Coordinator at the Fremantle Dockers. In 2007 she began Known Associates and quickly became a leader in the Perth events scene, boasting one of the most trusted brands in Western Australia. Our Vision // To create a united and hopeful future for Indigenous generations to come, prioritising working with other Indigenous businesses to strengthen inclusivity in Australia within the events industry and beyond. Our Mission // We direct immersive in-person events, launching and activating local and global brands, focusing on growth and collaboration for Indigenous businesses and all Australians.