Meet Nick
Nick is a seasoned Export Control expert with nearly a decade of experience, underpinned by over ten years in the Defence sector working on some of Australia’s most critical and high-profile defence programs. As a subject matter expert, he has a deep understanding of Export Controls, with specialised knowledge in Australian, US, UK, and European legislation. Over the last six years, Nick has been integral to Australia's submarine initiatives, having served as the head of export controls for Naval Group Australia on the Attack Class program and leading export controls within the Australian Submarine Agency for the country’s new Nuclear Powered Submarine program.
Renowned for his leadership in creating comprehensive and user-friendly compliance frameworks, Nick ensures that these frameworks are not only robust but also efficient, supporting seamless business operations. His passion for the field extends to educating and up skilling others, where he excels in making complex regulatory requirements accessible and easy to implement. Nick’s strength in communication and relationship-building has earned him a reputation for delivering tailored solutions that drive compliance and support client success. His dedication to his work is evident in his commitment to creating effective, long-lasting compliance strategies that are as innovative as they are practical.
Meet Aidan
Aidan is a highly motivated export control specialist with extensive experience delivering compliance solutions across some of Australia’s most complex and high-value defence programs. With a strong foundation in direct commercial sales, foreign military sales, and arms cooperative programs, Aidan brings deep expertise in Australian, US, UK, and European export control regimes.
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Over his career, Aidan has played a leading role in shaping how export controls are applied in Australia, both in government and industry. His work has consistently focused on building practical, fit-for-purpose compliance frameworks that support operational efficiency without compromising on regulatory integrity. Aidan is particularly recognised for his ability to navigate complex legislative environments and develop tailored strategies that align with both commercial and policy objectives.
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A skilled communicator and natural educator, Aidan is passionate about sharing his knowledge and empowering others. He regularly delivers training and guidance to a wide range of stakeholders, making complex regulations understandable, actionable, and relevant. Known for his friendly and engaging approach, he thrives on collaboration and takes pride in developing solutions that are not only compliant but also enable business success.
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Aidan’s dedication, analytical mindset, and strong stakeholder engagement make him a trusted advisor in the export control domain - committed to ensuring the responsible movement of controlled goods, information, and services, both within Australia and abroad.