Nicole McLean

Nicole is a public policy specialist and social researcher with more than 15 years’ experience in Australia, France and Brazil across policy and advocacy, social and political research, higher education, and international relations. She has a proven track record of influencing government policy through her successful advocacy, online campaigns and storytelling.

The policy areas Nicole specialises in include cyber security, higher education, and innovation and commercialisation, among others. She is known for her thought leadership, critical analysis, strategic advice, and effective communication. Nicole sees the bigger picture and successfully delivers outcomes in line with strategic objectives that benefit all of society.

Recent appointments that Nicole has held include Senior Adviser, Policy and Advocacy, at the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Doctoral Researcher at The University of Melbourne, and International Visits and Protocols Officer at The University of Melbourne.