Emma Nesbitt

Managing Director

emma@actiogroup.au | +61 406 056 926

Emma has over a decade of experience managing and designing programs and strategic operations, with a proven track record in communications and generating business diversification and growth strategies across various industries. Her extensive industry and non-partisan government relationships, both within Australia and abroad, position her as a pivotal connector and influencer in the business landscape.

Emma’s capability to forge strategic alliances makes her an invaluable asset for companies seeking local delivery partners and successful networking opportunities. Notably, she served as the Delivery Partner for the Commonwealth’s flagship business growth program, the Entrepreneurs’ Programme, and the Strengthening Northern Australia Business Program for three years in the Northern Territory. During this period, she led a team of five growth facilitators, supporting over 50 Territory SMEs in entering new markets, increasing revenue, creating new full-time equivalent positions, and boosting exports. Additionally, she provided critical market and business intelligence to the Australian Government.

As a progressive and modern leader, Emma excels in influencing and developing solutions-based cultures. Her skills in generating and sourcing projects, identifying investment opportunities, securing investment partners, and leading deals through to execution are unparalleled. Her leadership in regional development projects has included transformational strategic initiatives, deal sourcing for Private Equity and Venture Capital funds, and designing cross-regional strategic implementation tools for investment prioritisation. Emma’s collaboration with industry and government has resulted in intelligence-led proposals and advocacy, further solidifying her role as a key player in regional development and business growth.