About the Business Council of Australia
The Business Council of Australia is the nation’s pre-eminent voice for business, bringing together the expertise and insights of our members to develop and advocate common-sense policies and practical solutions that move the country forward.
We represent Australia’s largest employers, advocating on behalf of the business community and the Australians they employ.
Our vision is for a strong Australia that is globally competitive, productive, fair and inclusive — now and for future generations.
The Business Council of Australia is ambitious for Australia. Working in the national interest, our role is to leverage the collective expertise and influence of the business community to create a bright and innovative future, and increased prosperity for all Australians.
Three core pillars which guide our efforts.
Globally Competitive
Australia must remain globally competitive, fostering a business environment that drives investment at home and attracts international investment to our shores.
Productive
Australia must prioritise productivity, creating an environment that supports education and entrepreneurship, fosters technological advancement, and ensures a dynamic, sustainable and resilient economy for future generations.
Fair and inclusive
Australia must strive towards equality of opportunity, lifting economic participation and delivering improved living standards for all. Australia’s policy settings must be intergenerationally fair.
Meet the leaders driving change.
We represent more than 120 chief executives from leading companies from a wide range of sectors who are committed to delivering a strong Australia that is globally competitive, productive, fair and inclusive.
Our Board
Meet the leaders driving our mission and strategy.
Our executive team
Guiding our organisation with expertise and strategic oversight.
Executive Director Finance and Operations, Company Secretary, Business Council of Australia
Executive Director Strategy, Membership and Engagement, Business Council of Australia
The Big Questions: Australia’s priorities
We face a range of major national challenges which must be addressed. We have identified critical national questions which must be answered if we are to ensure future national prosperity and maintain our living standards.
Leaders shaping
Australia’s future
The Business Council of Australia brings together the experience and capability of chief executives and their teams from across a diverse range of industries to develop common-sense, trusted and evidence-based policies. Our members collaborate on new ways of thinking and mobilise for significant impact.
As the voice of the nation’s largest employers, we lead the way on constructively contributing their ideas, feedback and issues directly with governments and key decision-makers.
