New Trade Commissioners to boost international investment and trade
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28 October 2009
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Victoria’s international presence will be strengthened by the appointment of three new trade commissioners to London, Bangalore and Shanghai.
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The Victorian Government has a network of thirteen Business Offices in ten countries that have helped generate over $11 billion worth of investment in Victoria and created more than 25,000 jobs.
Victorian Premier John Brumby said “The new commissioners will help to reap further rewards for the Victorian economy, helping to attract investment, jobs and visitors to Victoria.
“They have the skills, qualifications and experience to ensure we continue to attract new investment into our state and help Victorian companies boost their exports,” he said.
The new appointees, who will take up their posts by the end of the year, are:
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Sally Capp, who will become Victoria’s Agent-General in London. Ms Capp is currently the Chief Executive Officer of the Committee for Melbourne. She will bring a wealth of experience from the private sector, particularly in services. She has rich knowledge of the Victorian economy and excellent contacts that will be of great benefit to the role as she seeks to promote Victoria and secure new investment and business opportunities for the state.
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Geoffrey Conaghan, who will serve as Commissioner for Victoria in Bangalore. Mr Conaghan was a senior executive at Melbourne Airport. He has an excellent knowledge of the needs of international business and will be well placed to assist Victorian businesses exporting to India and Indian businesses interested in opportunities in Victoria. He also has a strong background in training and tourism which are areas of strong interest in the bilateral economic relationship.
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Patrick Stringer, who will serve as Commissioner for Victoria in Shanghai. Mr Stringer is currently Group General Manager–Strategy & new Business for Qantas Airways, based in Vietnam. Previously he was Minister Counsellor and Senior Trade Commissioner at the Australian Embassy in Hanoi and has also held senior executive roles with Volvo Commercial vehicles, BAE Systems Australia and Ansett Transport Industries.
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