Ben Gourlay
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Karen Murfett
I have had the pleasure of working with Ben for all his time as ICT Advisor for Minister Ferguson. I am in a management role in one of Tasmania's largest IT Companies, and I Chair the Government Policy and Procurement Committee for TasICT. Ben has been instrumental in effecting some of the most positive and significant changes to the Tasmanian industry in my 30 year tenure. Ben is willing to genuinely listen, to provide insights and to be honest and respectful, in all the dealings I have had with him. Ben takes the time to understand issues, to delve into the background and to invest with key stakeholders to achieve a fair result. At all times he is respectful, and addresses roadblocks with the highest degree of professional courtesy and is always focused on achieving a positive outcome.
Michael Patterson
I have found Ben Gourlay to be an astute and proactive political advisor who has the capacity to navigate government in order to bring to life projects and policies for the benefit of Tasmanians.
Karen Murfett
I have had the pleasure of working with Ben for all his time as ICT Advisor for Minister Ferguson. I am in a management role in one of Tasmania's largest IT Companies, and I Chair the Government Policy and Procurement Committee for TasICT. Ben has been instrumental in effecting some of the most positive and significant changes to the Tasmanian industry in my 30 year tenure. Ben is willing to genuinely listen, to provide insights and to be honest and respectful, in all the dealings I have had with him. Ben takes the time to understand issues, to delve into the background and to invest with key stakeholders to achieve a fair result. At all times he is respectful, and addresses roadblocks with the highest degree of professional courtesy and is always focused on achieving a positive outcome.
Michael Patterson
I have found Ben Gourlay to be an astute and proactive political advisor who has the capacity to navigate government in order to bring to life projects and policies for the benefit of Tasmanians.
Karen Murfett
I have had the pleasure of working with Ben for all his time as ICT Advisor for Minister Ferguson. I am in a management role in one of Tasmania's largest IT Companies, and I Chair the Government Policy and Procurement Committee for TasICT. Ben has been instrumental in effecting some of the most positive and significant changes to the Tasmanian industry in my 30 year tenure. Ben is willing to genuinely listen, to provide insights and to be honest and respectful, in all the dealings I have had with him. Ben takes the time to understand issues, to delve into the background and to invest with key stakeholders to achieve a fair result. At all times he is respectful, and addresses roadblocks with the highest degree of professional courtesy and is always focused on achieving a positive outcome.
Michael Patterson
I have found Ben Gourlay to be an astute and proactive political advisor who has the capacity to navigate government in order to bring to life projects and policies for the benefit of Tasmanians.
Karen Murfett
I have had the pleasure of working with Ben for all his time as ICT Advisor for Minister Ferguson. I am in a management role in one of Tasmania's largest IT Companies, and I Chair the Government Policy and Procurement Committee for TasICT. Ben has been instrumental in effecting some of the most positive and significant changes to the Tasmanian industry in my 30 year tenure. Ben is willing to genuinely listen, to provide insights and to be honest and respectful, in all the dealings I have had with him. Ben takes the time to understand issues, to delve into the background and to invest with key stakeholders to achieve a fair result. At all times he is respectful, and addresses roadblocks with the highest degree of professional courtesy and is always focused on achieving a positive outcome.
Michael Patterson
I have found Ben Gourlay to be an astute and proactive political advisor who has the capacity to navigate government in order to bring to life projects and policies for the benefit of Tasmanians.
Credentials
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Manage People Effectively
Australian Institute of ManagementSep, 2023- Nov, 2024
Experience
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TasICT
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Australia
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Information Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board Member
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Nov 2022 - Present
TasICT is the industry body representing the technology industries in Tasmania. I serve as Board Member and sub-committee member. TasICT is the industry body representing the technology industries in Tasmania. I serve as Board Member and sub-committee member.
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Marinus Link
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Australia
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Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Government Relations
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Jun 2022 - Present
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Department of Premier and Cabinet (Tas)
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Australia
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Adviser - Science & Technology - Hon Michael Ferguson MP, Hon Nic Street MP
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Mar 2018 - Apr 2022
Description: Provide expert portfolio and political advice to the Minister for Science and Technology and Leader of the House of Assembly.Responsibilities: Oversee the government’s agenda for the Science and Technology portfolio; manage key projects and budgetary imperatives; nurture relationships with industry stakeholders, state and federal departmental representatives and constituents; formulate and implement policy; media and crisis management; organise Budget Estimates and GBE Scrutiny committees; compose Cabinet briefing papers, speeches, media releases and correspondence; co-ordinate policy and community events and ensure timely passage of government bills through the House of Assembly.Achievements: Developed the well-received $8.5m Science and Technology policy for the 2021 State Election; spearheaded development and secured funding for the digital Service Tasmania portal, the Tasmanian Space Technology Seed Fund and the King Island mobile communications network upgrade, designed and implemented the first reform to government ICT procurement in two decades; served in the central campaign unit for the 2021 State Election.Projects delivered: Key election commitments such as the inaugural digital inclusion program Digital Ready for Daily Life; the Great Eastern Drive and Flinders Island mobile communications network upgrades; the Enterprize start-up accelerator program; extension and expansion of the Tasmanian Government’s Free Wi-Fi network and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Australian Space Agency and the Tasmanian Government. Show less
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Adviser - Hon Will Hodgman MP, Premier of Tasmania
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May 2014 - Mar 2018
Description: Provided expert political advice and guidance to the Premier and Chief of Staff.Responsibilities: Formulated and implemented policy; managed relationships with industry stakeholders, state and federal departmental representatives and constituents; managed the Premier’s website and social media platforms; administered the Premier’s Discretionary Fund; archival of the Premier’s digital assets, composed speeches, media releases, correspondence and co-ordinated events.Achievements: Assisted the Premier and other Ministerial offices to deliver key election commitments; contributed to the Premier’s political tactics team; provided traditional and social media support across government; designed and implemented internal processes, including social media guidelines; served in the central campaign unit for the 2018 State Election. Show less
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Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
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Australia
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Electorate Officer - Senator Hon Eric Abetz
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Mar 2012 - May 2014
Description: Supported the Senator with duties across portfolios, the electorate office and committees.Responsibilities: Managed relationships with industry stakeholders, state and federal departmental representatives and constituents, curated websites and social media platforms; provided electioneering support; organised community events; developed and launched an Android application; composed speeches, questions for Senate Estimates, media releases and correspondence; undertook research as directed, managed archival of physical and digital assets.Achievements: Developed and launched an Android OS application - the first of its kind for an Australian Senator; served in the campaign unit for the 2013 Federal Election. Show less
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Electorate Officer - Senator David Bushby
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Oct 2010 - Feb 2012
Description: Supported the Senator with duties across the electorate office and committees.Responsibilities: Managed relationships with industry stakeholders, state and federal departmental representatives and constituents, curated websites and social media platforms; provided electioneering support; organised community events; composed speeches, questions for Senate Estimates, media releases and correspondence; undertook research as directed, managed archival of physical and digital assets. Show less
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Sony
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Manager - Sony Centre Hobart
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Oct 2003 - Sep 2010
Description: Assisted in the management of Sony Australia’s flagship Hobart retail location. Responsibilities: Provided speciality sales assistance; staff supervision; client liaison; distributor buy and negotiation; stock inventory management; co-ordination of marketing and advertising strategies; managed website and social media platforms. Achievements: Recorded consistent net year-on-year sales growth; adapted corporate advertising campaigns for the local market, including the memorable ‘Bravia Ball’ advertising campaign; developed a successful consumer loyalty program to accelerate sales. Show less
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Education
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2012 -
University of Tasmania
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science -
2002 - 2003
Elizabeth College Hobart
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