Experience in action.

Practical experience across policy, advocacy, government communications and campaign delivery.

GS Insights draws on nearly a decade of experience across government, Parliament and corporate public affairs.

These examples highlight the types of projects Grace has delivered throughout her career and the expertise she now brings to GS Insights.

All examples reflect work undertaken during previous employment, not client engagements delivered by GS Insights.

Policy positioning

Developing government policy: Led and coordinated cross-government policy initiatives within the Australian Government, including the National Identity Proofing Guidelines and Digital ID.
Responding to regulation: Analysed tax, trade, health and sustainability policies affecting the wine industry in a corporate affairs role, translating complex proposals into policy positions, executive advice and practical recommendations.
Shaping policy proposals: Prepared policy advice and proposals for a Federal Minister, Victorian MP and senior government decision-makers.

Communicating

Writing for decision-makers: Prepared ministerial briefings, parliamentary speeches, talking points and decision submissions for Australian Government ministers and senior executives.
Translating complex issues: Turned policy and corporate affairs priorities into clear, audience-focused communications across LinkedIn, corporate websites and internal channels.

Advocating

Making the case to government: Prepared government submissions and policy papers presenting industry perspectives on regulatory proposals affecting the wine sector.
Supporting community interests: Worked with constituents in federal and state electorate offices to navigate complex government matters, including NDIS, Centrelink and immigration issues.
Delivering campaigns: Developed and delivered reputation campaigns in corporate affairs to support the wine and hospitality industry in a time of intense scrutiny.

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These examples reflect Grace Sutcliffe's previous professional experience and do not represent GS Insights client engagements or imply endorsement by the organisations referenced.