Joanne Ryan
Communications Strategist
Jo Ryan and her team have worked with Wheelchair Rugby League Australia for over six years. They have been proactive and results driven, successfully securing grant funding, ambassadors, publicity and more for our organisation. I would highly recommend their services and value their experience and insight.
Joseph Chidiac,
Founder, Wheelchair Rugby League Australia
Jo Ryan takes a unique, multifaceted approach to boosting the success of her NFP clients.
With a professional background spanning media, business, government, and NFPs, Jo leverages her expertise to elevate her clients' profiles and enhance awareness of their activities through strategic PR, as well as securing funding through grants, tenders and sponsorships.
Since launching her own business in 2009, she has worked across multiple disciplines to develop strategies aligned with government policy and the news cycle. Jo collaborates closely with NFP teams and their Boards to ensure cohesive and effective communication, helping them proactively address challenges and capitalise on ever-changing opportunities.
Capabilities
Brand, marketing and communications
- communications strategy development
- public relations strategy / implementation
- media relations strategy / implementation / launches
- digital strategy
- community engagement
- annual reports, anniversary and impact reports
- report writing and editing
Fundraising and partnerships
- grants / awards / tender writing
- case for Support writing / review / advisory
- board workshops and advisory
- executive coaching and mentoring
Stakeholder engagement
- government engagement
- government submissions
- public and media relations
- report writing
Clients
Wheelchair Rugby league Australia
Bankstown Canterbury Community Transport
BFF4Change
Cancer Care Foundation
Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation
Qualifications and recognition
B.A (Communications)
Master of International Studies
Graduate of Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD)
Community Radio Producer & Presenter
We engaged Jo Ryan and her team to develop and implement a strategic plan to raise the profile of our NFP and seek new funding sources. We have been extremely pleased with the outcomes of project including the media coverage, engagement of high profile Ambassadors, grant applications and relationship building activities. Their approach is deadline driven, proactive and insightful and they know how to capitalise and build on the links between NFPs, government and business. I would highly recommend their services.
Greg Stanger,
General Manager, Activus Community Transport
