The Team

Jason Marocchi was appointed Managing Partner of GRA Partners in February 2016 after playing an integral role in the growth of the business since joining in 2008. He is responsible for the management and strategic direction of the firm.

Jason advises clients across a range of industry sectors on policy and regulatory issues at a State and Federal level, working with both Coalition and Labor governments. He also provides specialist advice and support to clients on complex, controversial and high-profile matters.

Prior to joining the firm, Jason was a journalist, public relations consultant and senior political adviser. He worked as a senior media adviser for several State Liberal leaders in Western Australia and played key communications roles for the WA Liberal Party at numerous Federal and State elections.

Jason has a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Curtin University in Perth. He is a board member of GRACosway, GRAPartners’ national partner and President of Perth Soccer Club – WA’s most successful football club.

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With extensive experience at the highest levels of State and Federal Government, Priya Brown is a trusted expert in public policy, government relations, and political campaigns. Before joining GRA Partners, she served as Chief of Staff and Special Adviser in the Western Australian Government and as a Senior Adviser in the Victorian Treasurer and Energy Minister’s offices.

Priya understands the complexities of government decision-making and has been actively involved in the development of four state budgets, program delivery, economic policy, and crisis response, including WA’s COVID-19 recovery efforts.

She has advised across a wide range of diverse portfolios, fostering strong relationships with senior figures in multiple state and federal governments. Priya is able to leverage this experience to help GRA Partners’ clients navigate government processes and engage with key stakeholders to advance their initiatives and strategic goals.

She currently serves on the boards of Auspire (WA Australia Day Council) and the John Curtin Research Centre, holding a Bachelor of Science/Arts (Psychology) from the University of Western Australia.

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Having worked as a Senior Adviser in the Gillard and Rudd Federal Labor Governments, Patrick Fagan provides significant political and strategic experience to the GRA Partners team.

Patrick has provided advice to government across a number of key portfolios, including energy, resources, ICT, the public sector, electoral policy and Northern Australia; and was an adviser to the Minister for Resources and Energy.

Patrick also worked as a government relations adviser to South32 and previously advised the Kimberley Development Commission on the Miriuwung Gajerrong Ord Enhancement Scheme. He was also a founding member of Timor Leste Vision, a NFP promoting rural education projects in Timor Leste.

Patrick holds a Master of Community Development from Curtin University, and a Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Arts (majoring in political science and history) from the University of WA.

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Luke Forrestal is an accomplished and well-connected financial communications professional with a proven reputation for providing expert media and investor relations advice for the benefit of clients.

Prior to joining GRA Partners, he was responsible for establishing a successful Western Australian business for a leading eastern states-based investor relations agency and served as primary media adviser to ASX50 company Fortescue Metals Group.

Luke has extensive experience in planning and implementing comprehensive communication and investor relations strategies for listed and private companies, including advising on major M&A transactions and IPOs. He is also well versed in effective crisis communications and issues management practices.

With a Bachelor of Arts majoring in journalism from Curtin University, Luke spent seven years with Fairfax Media writing for the Australian Financial Review and Business Review Weekly mastheads before moving into financial communications.

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Brendan joined GRA Partners after an extensive career working across the Treasury portfolio in the Western Australian Government, specialising in economic and commercial advisory services. Brendan has also served as Senior Policy Adviser to the Treasurer.

Brendan leverages his experience and in-depth understanding of Government decision-making processes to provide strategic counsel to clients seeking outcomes from the public sector. Brendan’s insights support clients to make informed and effective engagement decisions in the context of the broader political and economic landscape, bridging the gap between business and government.

Brendan’s ability to analyse political, economic, and regulatory trends ensures that his clients receive expert guidance in navigating government relations and policy advocacy.

Outside of work Brendan is an active member of the community and sits on the boards of community radio station RTRFM and Casa Mia Montessori Community School.

Brendan holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) majoring in political science and history.

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Alex Hamilton is a skilled communications professional, with experience spanning political campaign management, policy development and the provision of media advice to Government.

Prior to joining GRA Partners, Alex was a Senior Media Adviser in the Western Australian Government. In this role, her responsibilities included crisis response and contentious issues management, developing strategic communication plans, and building media presence. She is also skilled at drafting key messaging, generating digital content, and speechwriting.

She also held the position of Senior Policy Adviser in the Western Australian Government, where she provided advice on a range of policy matters and all associated Parliamentary strategy.

Alex’s comprehensive understanding of the media landscape and the inner workings of the Western Australian Government is instrumental in developing effective communication and engagement strategies for clients.

Alex holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Western Australia and is completing her postgraduate Juris Doctor at the same institution.

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Kareece Broadway has led the office administrative team within GRA Partners since 2011.

Kareece has extensive senior experience working within professional service firms, providing high quality office management, client support and assistance to executive staff.

Prior to working with GRA Partners, Kareece was an Executive Assistant to multiple senior partners at a global service firm, with a focus on several sectors including government. She has studied European languages and Human Resource Management.

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Eloise works with the GRA team to provide research and policy support to clients across a range of industries and policy areas.

Prior to joining the firm, Eloise worked at a national law firm providing strategic business development, marketing, and event management support across a range of practice groups and industry sectors.

Eloise holds a Bachelor of Arts (Communications and Marketing) and a Juris Doctor from the University of Western Australia and has worked in legal research roles in the public and private sector.

This diverse blend of communications, marketing and legal experience provides Eloise with a well-rounded perspective to provide clients with tailored research and policy guidance that aligns with clients’ unique objectives.

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Veronica Mudzengi provides research and policy support to clients on WA and Federal Government matters across a range of industries and policy areas.

Prior to joining GRA Partners, Veronica was an administrative and sales assistant in the Real Estate sector where she demonstrated a keen ability to forge and nurture meaningful connections with a diverse array of stakeholders. Veronica also has advocacy and outreach experience from times spent on political campaigns. 

Veronica is currently studying a Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Western Australia where has developed skills in leveraging research to analyse policy and industry trends. She is a Juris Doctor candidate for 2025.

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Angus Campbell provides research, policy and communications support to clients across a range of different industries and policy areas.

Prior to joining GRA Partners, Angus gained experience in political research at one of Perth’s major mining companies, developing a strong foundation in policy analysis and stakeholder engagement. This experience has helped shape a thoughtful and analytical approach to both public affairs and strategic communications.

Angus holds a Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics from the University of Western Australia and is currently studying a Juris Doctor at UWA. Through his academic background, Angus had developed strong research and writing skills, with a particular focus on understanding the intersection of policy, law and governance.