Our work is about improving communication, understanding stakeholders, managing complex issues and analysing information to enable sound decision-making. Buchan's work is diverse, spanning six practice areas. We use multiple approaches and channels, drawing on our practical experience and critical thinking abilities to meet our clients’ needs.
Tell us about your business issue, policy challenge or growth strategy; talk to us about what you're trying to achieve and Buchan will help you get there.
We do great work for great clients, in a spirit of openness, honesty and integrity. Communicating effectively, clearly and decisively, we use rigorous thinking and strive constantly for intellectual growth. Unafraid to question orthodoxy or challenge convention, we work in teams to create ideas and transform them into actions.
We encourage diversity and difference in our people and their thinking, while expecting and rewarding high performance. We provide career progression opportunities and the support to achieve them, and work tirelessly to master our craft and lead our profession.
Our specialist teams work with a range of clients: global corporations, publicly listed Australian companies, governments, public sector agencies, regulatory authorities and industry associations.
We also invest considerable intellect and energy representing philanthropic and community causes.
Client representation often extends across borders with active programs in New Zealand, Asia Pacific, UK, Europe and the USA. These programs are managed in conjunction with Waggener Edstrom’s regional and global teams.
Our clients come predominantly from growth sectors including:
Professional and financial services- Healthcare, public health and biotechnology
- Local, state and federal governments; regulatory and statutory bodies
- ICT and emerging technologies
- Renewable energy, resources and the environment
- Major property development
- Education and vocational training
Click here to view a selection of our clients.
Buchan is a business partner with Waggener Edstrom (WE), one of the world’s largest independent communication agencies. Working as part of this global group, Buchan extends client representation into APAC, USA and the EC, providing market reach and on-the- ground implementation.
Waggener Edstrom partners with many of the world’s leading corporate brands- including: Microsoft, T-Mobile, and GE HealthCare. Together Buchan and WE are building regional communication programs for clients in fast growing sectors: Healthcare, technology, and financial services.
Buchan’s partnership with WE also gives our clients access to its ground-breaking digital capability, providing services from digital storytelling to comprehensive social media strategy. We work collaboratively, sharing our knowledge and insights on digital communication.
Tom is responsible for constructing corporate communication strategies for boards and ceos frequently advising on policy. He counsels clients on partnering, positioning and perception in the business community.
Tom has over 25 years experience in senior consulting and advisory positions. Prior to establishing Buchan, he was a Senior Political Adviser to two Federal Ministers and a Victorian Premier.
Bronwyn has recognised expertise in public affairs, having received a PRIA Award for Excellence in Issues and Crisis Management, and specialises in communication strategy, reputation development and protection, stakeholder management and consultation, and community information and education. She has played a key role establishing and growing Buchan’s environment communication practice, with a particular focus on environmental and health issues for state and commonwealth government departments, water and environmental agencies, local government, hospitals, research bodies and private enterprise.
Belinda advises clients on all aspects of corporate positioning, developing media/digital strategies and writing high-level thought leadership for clients in the professional and financial services sector. Her experience covers consultancy and in-house roles in Sydney, Melbourne and London. Belinda is also Team Leader for Buchan’s Sydney office, managing its people and operations.
Kyahn manages integrated investor communication programs for ASX-listed clients and corporate communication programs for leading companies. She has extensive experience in the financial services, property development and ICT sectors, having worked in both consultancy and in-house roles in Australia and the UK.
Jamie works with government and private enterprises to enhance and protect their reputation, and provides direct advice and facilitation services to organisations seeking to understand and engage with complex stakeholder populations.
A Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of Australia, Jamie’s experience in the country’s leading communication consultancies has established his reputation as a respected, senior practitioner.
Rebecca oversees programs for a range of publicly-listed companies in sectors including professional and financial services, energy, healthcare, biotechnology and aged care. She understands the financial reporting and governance requirements of publicly-listed companies and helps them to excel in stakeholder communication. Her experience as a journalist - both print and electronic -informs her approach to clients’ media positioning.
