John Barker and Associates was established in May 1996, on a solid foundation of John's 40 years experience in public life (including 9 years as a member of Parliament), extensive business and political networks, and unique understanding of Government administration and Politics.

John has brought his expertise to a wide range of projects including:

Developing proposals, presenting submissions and negotiating outcomes for commercial and tourist developments in Tasmania and interstate
Advice in the establishment, licensing, research and development of marine aquaculture farms, shipping service contracts, and ship building facilities
Business development relating to Government policy, legislation, licensing, planning, infrastructure and profile enhancement
Strategic and administrative support for local and interstate industry associations
Projects requiring Federal, State or Local Government support

Our client base is diverse. The significant level of repeat business reflects client satisfaction.

Our clients include:

Interstate businesses with operating interests in Tasmania
Proponents of major construction projects
Businesses requiring specific outcomes from either of the three tiers of Government in business development assistance, strategic planning, lobbying and licensing
Business Associations requiring representation.
Commercial development consortia

Success has been reflected in our steady growth, the development of a strong team of consultants with a broad spectrum of skills, and frequent repeat clientelle.

Services

John Barker Associates deliver positive outcomes for both business and government, by creating and enhancing networks, increasing mutual understanding, and fostering positive relationships, which primarily impact positively on the economy.

Our services include:

Strategic advice and planning
Political analysis and interpretation
Government policy assessment and input
Legislative and regulatory analysis
Meeting facilitation, personal contacts and communications
Assistance with negotiations and lobbying
Construction development planning
Office / administrative / conference support and facilities

Specifically, we aim to:

Achieve Government support
Influence critical decisions
Guide projects
Eliminate barriers to progress

Experience and Advantages:

Extensive cross party political, diplomatic, business, community and sporting networks
Extensive contacts in Tasmania, throughout Australia, and overseas - including Asia, Europe, and Russia.
Unique understanding and participation in Government administration and politics
Extensive and effective negotiation and lobbying skills
Access to facilities in all Australian States and Territories



					Company Profile

				John Barker and Associates was established in May 1996, on a solid foundation of John's 40 years experience in public life (including 9 years as a member of Parliament), extensive business and political networks, and unique understanding of Government administration and Politics. John has brought his expertise to a wide range of projects including: Developing proposals, presenting submissions and negotiating outcomes for commercial and tourist developments in Tasmania and interstate Advice in the establishment, licensing, research and development of marine aquaculture farms, shipping service contracts, and ship building facilities Business development relating to Government policy, legislation, licensing, planning, infrastructure and profile enhancement Strategic and administrative support for local and interstate industry associations Projects requiring Federal, State or Local Government support Our client base is diverse. The significant level of repeat business reflects client satisfaction. Our clients include: Interstate businesses with operating interests in Tasmania Proponents of major construction projects Businesses requiring specific outcomes from either of the three tiers of Government in business development assistance, strategic planning, lobbying and licensing Business Associations requiring representation. Commercial development consortia Success has been reflected in our steady growth, the development of a strong team of consultants with a broad spectrum of skills, and frequent repeat clientelle. Services John Barker Associates deliver positive outcomes for both business and government, by creating and enhancing networks, increasing mutual understanding, and fostering positive relationships, which primarily impact positively on the economy. Our services include: Strategic advice and planning Political analysis and interpretation Government policy assessment and input Legislative and regulatory analysis Meeting facilitation, personal contacts and communications Assistance with negotiations and lobbying Construction development planning Office / administrative / conference support and facilities Specifically, we aim to: Achieve Government support Influence critical decisions Guide projects Eliminate barriers to progress Experience and Advantages: Extensive cross party political, diplomatic, business, community and sporting networks Extensive contacts in Tasmania, throughout Australia, and overseas - including Asia, Europe, and Russia. Unique understanding and participation in Government administration and politics Extensive and effective negotiation and lobbying skills Access to facilities in all Australian States and Territories