Michael leads Austrade’s Asia Investment team focused on the promotion, attraction and facilitation of productive FDI into Australia’s economy with a key focus on net zero and economic security. He has extensive experience advising a diverse range of global investors and Australian exporters. Michael’s experience includes roles as Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner in Bangkok, leading Austrade’s Infrastructure and Energy global teams, as Trade Commissioner in Jakarta, as well as in the NSW Premier’s Office. Michael is a former diplomat and commercial lawyer.