Our team is focused on the delivery of excellence, and we are proud of the reputation we have in the marketplace. We work with you to improve your business and to solve problems in Business Operations, Projects, Cost Management, Security and Safety.
WHO WE ARE
Meet the team behind Ground Effects Consulting
We have experienced and talented people and can call upon partners and associates that give us an edge in commercials, law and technical competencies when it is really needed to add value.
Dr CAROLINE FRYER
Senior Business Advisor
Caroline brings more than 30 years’ experience across health, tertiary education and consulting, with a clinical background in physiotherapy and expertise in research, education, cultural responsiveness and complex project delivery.
JON JORDANS
Managing Director
With over 30 years’ experience across Defence, oil and gas, fast-moving consumer goods and government, Jon brings expertise in strategic, commercial and operational leadership, complex project delivery and business improvement.
ALICIA MURRAY
Senior Business Advisor
With qualifications in Health Science and Law, Alicia brings more than 15 years’ experience across health, government and consulting, with expertise in strategic planning, policy, complex project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
STEPHEN MILLER
Senior Business Advisor
Stephen is a senior leader with more than 25 years’ commercial experience, complemented by 20 years in the Australian Defence Force, with expertise in project delivery, business transformation, operational leadership and complex ICT enabled change.
SCOTT ALEXANDER
Senior Business Advisor
Scott is an ICT simulation and network specialist with over 25 years’ experience in Defence, with expertise in designing, delivering and evaluating complex simulation activities and training environments.
RANUSHA FERNANDO
Business Advisor
Ranusha brings more than 20 years’ experience across procurement, supply chain and commercial management, with expertise in strategic sourcing, contract management, business transformation and operational planning across complex and regulated environments.
DAVE HARMAN
Business Advisor
Dave is a CPA with more than 20 years’ experience across government and the private sector, with expertise in digital and process transformation, financial governance, business analysis and operational improvement.
WILL JORDANS
Associate Business Advisor
Currently studying a degree in Commerce and Law with an Accounting Major, Will is a developing Associate with over 4 years of experience across Defence, Oil and Gas, and Government.
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DEAN BOWLEY
Senior Business Advisor
Dean is an internationally acknowledged and award winning business leader with expertise in strategic analysis, organisational design, capability development and systems analysis, over 35+ years.
LOTTE PATERSON
Administration Officer
Lotte is a developing Associate at Ground Effects. With over 5 years' experience in Hospitality management, and looking to study a combined Law degree, she has a strong willingness to learn.
ANDREW FULLGRABE
Senior Business Advisor
With over 35 years' experience in Defence, Defence Industry and Innovation, Andrew is an award-winning senior Public Sector Leader and Commercial Manager with a Masters and multiple certifications.
OUR MISSION
We believe in our clients, that their work contributes to our communities, and we believe in the value we add to help them deliver their potential. We believe we make a difference.
OUR CORE VALUES
Integrity and Courage
We act with honesty, courage, and accountability in all our dealings, earning trust through principled decisions and faithful contribution.
Confidence with Purpose
We are confident in who we are and what we deliver, bringing clarity, capability, and conviction to every engagement.
Empathy and Wellbeing
We care deeply about people - our clients, partners, and each other, taking the time to understand, show compassion, and look after ourselves as well as those we work with.
OUR COMMITMENT
At Ground Effects, we cultivate whole-of-business value through a systemic lens. We partner with your leadership to unlock potential within your unique environment, delivering practical solutions built for real-world impact.