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Vince Taskunas Services is a Tasmanian strategic advisory consultancy. It provides practical support in communications, stakeholder engagement, government relations, campaigning, advocacy, media, and representation.Led by principal consultant Vince Taskunas, the business draws on his senior advisory experience at the centre of the Tasmanian Government together with private-sector expertise, trusted reputation and strong relationships across business, government, the community sector and the media.For a confidential discussion on how we can support you, please contact us.

Services offered

Strategic communications advisoryClear advice aligned to business or organisational objectives, policy context, and reputational risk - grounded in real-world experience - and informed by senior-level advisory and commercial expertise.High quality writing, editing and reviewDeveloping strong positioning and key messages through high quality drafting of correspondence, briefing papers, talking points, speeches, media statements, articles, stakeholder updates, social content, and editing/proofing services.Policy and advocacy supportAssistance with policy submissions, advocacy material, briefings, legislation consultation, together with constructive engagement with decision-makers. Translating policies into clear, persuasive communication for stakeholders.Executive and board communicationSupporting senior leaders to communicate with authority internally, externally, and under pressure. Training and preparation for specific requirements.Campaign and public profile supportStrategic advice, planning, messaging and written material for candidates, campaigns, public-facing individuals and organisations seeking to build profile, increase positive candidate identification, or influence public discussion.RepresentationProfessional, confidential attendance on behalf of clients at meetings, briefings, working groups, committees, round tables, presentations, conferences or AGMs.Issues management and media liaisonExperienced counsel and support for clients to manage media events, as well as sensitive or reputationally significant matters, including stakeholder conflict, as well as media adviser support or acting as spokesperson.Examples of situations we help with:• Organisations encountering barriers in government-facing sectors
• Executive teams managing complex or sensitive issues
• Businesses navigating approvals, regulatory frameworks or stakeholder scrutiny
• Community groups or clubs holding public or media events
• Candidates developing campaign plans or building public profile
• Businesses seeking to strengthen their position with key stakeholders

What others say
about Vince Taskunas

"Vince was an invaluable resource when I prepared the economic case for the Tasmania Devils Football Club and the Macquarie Point Stadium. He is strategic, has great attention to detail and a great capacity to bring all sorts of stakeholders together across government, business and the broader Tasmanian community.”

Professor Tim Harcourt, Industry Professor & Chief Economist University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

"Vince knows how to navigate complex stakeholder environments, provide clear advice and deliver outcomes. He is a reliable and trusted operator for organisations seeking strong government relations, public affairs and strategic communications support."

Michael Kilgariff, CEO, Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia

"Vince has a rare ability to cut through complexity and offer advice that is clear, considered and grounded in real experience. What sets Vince apart is his deep understanding of how government works.Beyond his professional expertise, Vince is simply a good person to have in your corner. Reliable, thoughtful and genuinely invested in the success of the people and organisations he works with.Anyone looking for strategic advice, steady counsel, or support navigating government, media pressure or public campaigns would be fortunate to have him on their team."

Ingrid Harrison, President and Board Chair, COTA (Council On The Ageing) Tasmania

"It's great having Vince on your team, benefiting from his unique blend of qualities. He's a strategic thinker, accomplished networker, exceptional communicator and above all, a terrific personality to work with!"

Harvey Lennon, former CEO, Hobart City Mission and former CEO, RACT