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When you have a message to send and target markets to influence, partner with us. From traditional community engagement programs to sophisticated digital storytelling strategies we give healthcare industry leaders a dynamic voice that compels audiences to listen, engage and act.

We work with organisations who use innovative science and technology to improve health outcomes. Whether they’re pioneering new technologies to better detect disease or initiating a new approach to treat autism – our clients are at the forefront of discovery, development, clinical healthcare and advocacy.

In healthcare, skill and agility count as much as knowledge and experience. Because regulations, programs and delivery models change, we stay in the know, networked and nimble. Our team has worked in the industry at every level from medical scientists to health journalists and communication professionals. We are all trained in the Medicines Australia Code of Conduct and know the top journalists, key opinion leaders and patient advocates who can help spread the word about your organisation’s innovations. Our services include:

  • Program Strategy, Development & Measurement
  • Advocacy Programs
  • Issues Management and Crisis Communication
  • Digital Strategy & Execution
  • Event planning and execution
  • Web, Video, App & Digital Content
  • Influence Monitoring & Analytics (print, online and
    social media)
  • Data and R&D Communication

For more information contact Sara Blasing, Healthcare Practice lead.


The resources industry is the engine of the Australian economy. At Buchan we appreciate the importance of this critical industry and the contributions it makes to our country’s economic development and pride ourselves in working with companies that elevate Australia’s position in the global economy.

The Resources & Energy team offers the right mix of investor relations and media relations to meet the industry’s business needs. We have experience from ground level through to the Board of Directors with a collective background in geology, finance, marketing, journalism and graphic design.

We provide the right solution to connect your listed company with potential and existing investors, while maintaining a strong business and trade media presence and providing robust market analysis. We deliver intensive support during major transactions, capital raisings and financial restructurings to ensure the company’s messages are clear, well-crafted and delivered with impact.

Our clients occupy the micro-to mid-cap space and we have a breadth of experience in mining, oil, gas and renewables. Our expertise spans publicly listed and private companies both within Australia and abroad.

For more information contact Rebecca Wilson.


Innovation empowers people and enterprises, governments and society to find a better way of life.

At Buchan we give a powerful voice to innovations elevating Australia’s position in the global economy. For clients in the Technology sector, this means telling their stories with clarity and conviction, helping innovators and experts shape the debate on policy and industry issues. We drive traction for bold new ideas and products with the power to change lives, contributing to lasting business success.

In collaboration with our business partner, Waggener Edstrom Worldwide, we offer strategic counsel and on-the-ground implementation. Clients receive access to our global technology communication council, bringing a wealth of knowledge, experience and passion to meet the challenges of a fast-changing innovation market.

We help you refine and define your communication goals, and craft the communication plans to help you meet them. Our services include:

  • Analyst Engagement
  • Executive Visibility Campaigns
  • Integrated Communication Planning
  • Media Engagement
  • Corporate and Strategic Positioning
  • Online and Digital Communication
  • Digital Strategy & Execution
  • Event planning and execution

For more information contact Sara Blasing, Technology Practice lead.


Leadership is built on the ability to tell a story with impact and influence. Buchan works with boards, CEOs and senior management to tell the story of their business. What’s at its heart? What does it do well? How does it make a difference?

Once we identify the story, our Corporate Communication team makes it compelling, building and aligning it with the business. We write, create the visuals, confirm the audience and connect through a range of channels including traditional media, direct engagement and digital communication.

Our core services include:

  • Communication strategy and program development
  • CEO preparation, presentation and positioning
  • Business media positioning and management
  • Content development, management and distribution
  • Digital engagement strategies, website reviews and redevelopments

Our team is led by Founder and Principal Tom Buchan, and Senior Account Director Belinda Thomson, and supported by an experienced account service team.


Every organisation is built around the stakeholders it serves. Buchan enables your organisation to understand, engage, influence and inform them, to obtain their views, encourage behaviour change, or implement policy.

Our award-winning Public Affairs team uses statistical and factual information to develop and implement strategies to inform and influence issues and opinions which could impact upon the organisation's ability to operate successfully. Our work combines:

  • Strategic communication
  • Issues and crisis management
  • Media management
  • Stakeholder management
  • Corporate and social responsibility

Our Public Affairs team is led by Principal Jamie Perrott and Account Director Bronwyn Raso, and supported by an experienced account service team.


In 2004 our team established an in-house Research Unit providing research and consultation services both as part of our standard advice and strategy development process, but also as a stand-alone research service. Our Research Unit provides:

  • Key stakeholder, customer, community and member surveys
  • Facilitation and consultation using telephone and online surveys, focus groups,
    and face-to-face interviews
  • Literature reviews and behavioural change strategies
  • Statistical analysis and reporting

We are a member of the Australian Market and Social Research Society and comply with both its Code of Practice and the Commonwealth Privacy Act (1988).

The Research team is led by Principal Jamie Perrott, and supported by an experienced account service team.


We work with public companies to build shareholder value by fostering and growing relationships with retail and professional investors.

Our Investor Communication team provides a cost-effective, outsourced solution to connect your listed company with potential and existing investors, while maintaining a strong business media presence and providing robust market analysis. We also provide intensive support during major transactions, capital raisings and financial restructurings to ensure the company’s messages are clear, well-crafted and delivered with impact.

Our services include:

  • Investor research and analysis; market perception studies
  • Investor/analyst presentations and road shows
  • Managing investor enquiries and communication, financial results and AGMs

Our Investor Communication team is led by Principal Rebecca Wilson and Account Director Kyahn Williamson, and supported by an experienced account service team.

Read more about Buchan’s Investor Communication team in the team brochure.


Businesses, governments and industry groups need the right information to make sound decisions. Our Business & Economic Policy team helps guide public investment and foster economic growth through robust research and analysis. We provide considered advice and strategies based on facts, insights and practical experience, underpinned by a detailed understanding of economics, business and government.

Our services include:

  • Economic development strategies
  • Feasibility studies
  • Policy development
  • Economic impact assessments
  • Industry analysis and opportunity assessments
  • Organisational reviews

Our Business & Economic Policy team is led by Michael Connell, and supported by an experienced team of economists and business analysts.


Communication is about connecting. And today, much of that connecting is done online. Is your business part of the conversation?

Buchan’s Digital Team works with you to embed online connections into your communication strategy. We combine specialist social media expertise with a deep understanding of business.

With over 25 years’ experience advising CEOs and leaders, Buchan understands that communication is not about the latest tools or technology. It’s about developing a strategy to achieve your business objectives, then using the right channels to achieve them.

We work closely with our business partner, Waggener Edstrom, an award-winning leader in social media strategy, drawing on their global experience and expertise. Our services, include:

  • Discovery Research
  • Experience & Responsive Design
  • Community and Website Review, Analysis and Development
  • Content Creation & Digital Storytelling
  • Social media: planning, strategy and policies; corporate training and education
  • Online stakeholder engagement and reputation management
  • Monitoring, Measurement and Campaign Optimization
  • App Development
  • Localisation


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.



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.



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.



Michael has more than 20 years’ experience in economic analysis, regional development, industry and labour market analysis, and education assessments. His work focuses on regional economic development and regional and city futures analysis, community engagement and facilitation of community and business forums.

Michael is a past Chief Economist and Director of International Trade for the Australian Chamber of Manufacturers (now Australian Industry Group).



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.



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.



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.



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.



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.