Experience, integrity, and strategic insight.

Matt Neagle’s extensive expertise in government relations, strategic communications, and media management provides clients with actionable, strategic counsel. From his professional experiences as a roving international video journalist, political adviser, and corporate strategist, Matt is versatile. He translates complex requirements into compelling narratives.

Prior to establishing Ace Strategies, Matt advised across political portfolios including defence and space industries, trade and investment, health industries and small business. His strategic roles in critical national security projects provided a deep understanding of the Australian political and industrial landscapes.

Matt is a founding member of the Invest Australia Alliance, a network dedicated to facilitating international investment and market entry into Australia.

Brent recently served as the Northern Territory Government Minister for Policy, Fire and Emergency Services, and Veterans Affairs.

As a former Senior Policy Advisor to then-Chief Minister Natasha Fyles he focused on the advancement of critical defence industry and infrastructure programs in Northern Australia. Brent also has extensive commercial sector and business development experience and is a proud Australian Defence Force veteran.

An award-winning journalist, Kevin has led newsrooms and government offices throughout Australia and is a renowned strategist for political and industry leaders. For decades, Kevin has navigated the intersection of government relations, media influence, and strategic communications.

Kevin has served as a senior adviser to Premiers and Ministers, navigating some of the state's most significant policy challenges. His calm, evidence-based approach to issues management has made him a trusted confidant to CEOs and boards across the country.

At Ace Strategies, Kevin specialises in communications and media training, issues management, and high-level government advocacy. His vast network ensures that clients are heard by the right people at the right time.

Guy is an experienced defence and national security professional with a comprehensive knowledge of the Indo-Pacific region and Asia networks. He has worked in government and the business sector in senior advisory and executive roles.

A former senior adviser to Australia's Minister for Defence and to the Secretary of the Department of Home Affairs, Guy has built practical relationships between Australia and countries including India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Timor-Leste, Vietnam and Pacific Island nations.

Based in Sydney, Guy's strategic foresight helps clients anticipate policy shifts and adapt their strategies for success in an evolving Indo-Pacific environment.

Ruth provides strategic administrative support for the high-functioning Ace team - where attention to detail, confidentiality and adaptability are essential. As a trained podiatrist with more than 20-years experience across allied health and outreach services, Ruth maintains a personalised and client focused approach. Her professional and approachable attitude and passion for creative problem solving is widely admired.