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D4G is a professional servicescompany that has drawn together anetwork of industry experts,consultants, advisors and researcherswho specialise in Engagement;Strategy and PerformanceImprovement.

D4G brings a strategic and partnershipapproach to crea�ng innova�vesolu�ons to complex challenges.

D4G work with clients to Create theRight Outcome using the Right Processand Engaging with Complexity.

WHO WE ARE

D4G believe strategy is fundamental to the success and sustainability of all organisa�ons.

D4G work with our clients to apply strategic thinking to develop solu�ons.

D4G design and deliver innova�ve systems based solu�ons, which include:

Our Services

STRATEGY

ENGAGEMENT

PERFORMANCEIMPROVEMENT

Strategy

PERFORMANCEIMPROVEMENT

Risk AssessmentSitua�onal ReviewSocial Performance and Social LicenseSocial Performance BenchmarkingLocal and Shared Benefit StrategiesAnalysis and clarifica�on of project goalsBusiness case for strong internal and external rela�ons engagementExecu�ve MentoringSocial Investment design and improvement Local Economic EngagementManaging external risk

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D4G supports the achievement of shared benefit for business, communi�es, government and regions.

D4G takes a place based approach to building capacity in rela�onships and management, focusing on collabora�ve and innova�ve engagement strategies.

D4G’s approach to Community Engagement acknowledges the Interna�onal Associa�on of Public Par�cipa�on Prac��oners model for delivery (IAP3) along with an array of State based and industry based handbooks, guides and charters.

D4G are accredited users of Consula�on Manager, an Australian designed and built stakeholder consulta�on management tool.

We offer a suite of programs and services including:

Community Engagement Strategies and PlansCommunity Mee�ng facilita�onLocal Employment StrategiesIndigenous Engagement StrategiesBusiness case development with a Social License strategyShared Benefit and Agreement Making Economic Par�cipa�on and Engagement PlansStakeholder iden�fica�on: mapping and management

Engagement

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D4G build your capacity to help you solve complex problems.

The D4G team have mul�-level and mul�-sectorial experience.

D4G work with clients to co-design an approach unique to their situa�on, drawing from an extensive suite of products, plans and processes including:

Performance ImprovementD4G builds business capability to achieve commercial outcomes and to manage external issues, risks and opportuni�es.

Our approach is collabora�ve; we build partnerships drawing on our extensive professional networks.

Depending on a project scope we will engage our partners:

Our Partners

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Business ReviewReview of governance framework, policies and proceduresExecu�ve MentoringStakeholder Iden�fica�on and MappingKey Rela�onship ManagementAdvising on regulatory process and compliance Training and skills development including competency measurementReviewing and advising on social investment performance

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D4G has a network of experienced prac��oners and advisers who deliver tailored services, products and plans. We are commi�ed to excellence and providing high quality services to our clients. Our core team includes;

Our Team

Ben GarwoodBen is a Senior Associate; he is an external rela�onship professional. Ben has highly developed skills in stakeholder engagement, training and business par�cipa�on, corporate social investment and community development project management. Ben has specialised skills in cross cultural consulta�on and nego�a�on, land access agreement nego�a�on and implementa�on, cultural heritage management and approvals and Indigenous employment.

Rodger BarnesRodger Barnes is a Senior Associate who has 20+ years professional experience working to advance posi�ve rela�ons between responsible mining companies and communi�es affected by their opera�ons. Rodger keeps a focus on engendering strategic collabora�ve rela�onships based on mutual respect and trust. He does this by seeking innova�ve ways to achieve shared value and mutually beneficial outcomes including the social licence to operate for the Resource Company and sustainable social development outcomes amongst local affected communi�es.

Chris�ne CharlesChris�ne is passionate about growing business and achieving results, and is Managing Director and co-founder of D4G who is an experienced board chair and non-execu�ve Director. Chris�ne works with an experienced and commi�ed team to deliver outstanding results.

Chris�ne has held a variety of posi�ons in the private, public and community sector and academia. She has provided strategic and prac�cal advice, covering social/poli�cal risk management, social and community investment, regional economic development, leadership and business strategy. Chris�ne has broad knowledge across a number of sectors, par�cularly in government, mining and energy.

Kim MuhlenKim is a co-founder of D4G, who has cross-sectorial experience working with a variety of clients. Kim has developed innova�ve models of community and economic development which focus on the client. She ensures opportuni�es for business growth and development are sustainable and translated with a unified plan within governance frameworks, which are well developed, appropriate and understood.

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We support clients across mul�ple sectors including:Corporate – we can iden�fy opportuni�es and support business to enable your corporate objec�ves

Resources – to build and support strong partnerships with stakeholders

All �ers of government – build capacity for cross-sectorial opportunity and provide insight into regulatory frameworks for clients.

Indigenous communi�es – we have an established reputa�on suppor�ng Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communi�es across Australia

Community to address governance, strategy, and build and capitalise on development opportuni�es

Our Clients

ISO 26000:2010Guidance on Social ResponsibilityAS 8001:2008Fraud and Corrup�on ControlAS 8003:2003Corporate Governance Corporate Social ResponsibilityAS/NZS 4801:2001Occupa�onal Health & Safety Management SystemsAS/NZS ISO 14001:2004Environmental Management SystemsAS/NZS ISO 9001:2008Quality Management SystemsAS/NZS ISO 31000:2009Risk Management Systems

Our ComplianceD4G demonstrate sound governance and business process. We have an established compliance systems, which ensure delivery of projects on �me and on budget.

D4G compliance frameworks align with:

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Please contact us for detailed client referencesand more on how we can support you. D4G holds a comprehensive suite of insurances, cer�ficates

of currency are available on request.

ADELAIDE L1, Mitsubishi Administra�on Building1284 South RdTonsley, SA 5042

MELBOURNEL1, 39-41 Mount StreetPrahran, VIC 3181

PERTHL29, Forrest Centre221 St Georges TcePerth, WA 6000

ABN- 94 620 888 753

08 7070 1668enquiries@d4g.com.au www.d4g.com.auPO Box 420, Blackwood, SA 5051