Stephanie Barker
Executive Director Strategy and Engagement

 

SPECIALITIES
Government RelationsCommunity EngagementSocial PlanningStrategic Communications


QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master of Urban and Regional Planning (Sydney University)
  • Bachelor of Science (Architecture) (Sydney University)
  • Certificate of Engagement (International Association for Public Participation)

Stephanie Barker

Executive Director Strategy and Engagement

 

Stephanie is lead of Willowtree Communications and is responsible for government relations, community engagement, social planning and strategic communications.

Stephanie brings over 25 years’ experience gained in private and public sectors and has a deep understanding of strategic planning opportunities and challenges and the important role of engagement in the delivery of outcomes. She has been recognised for both her technical ability in strategic planning and collaborative approach by the Planning Institute of Australia, being named NSW Planner of the Year (2019) for her work on metropolitan planning for Greater Sydney.

Stephanie’s consultative approach has been instrumental in building consensus on a range of high-profile projects in the last ten years, including housing targets in Greater Sydney (2016-2023), infrastructure prioritisation, place-based design approaches and economic development. She has led monitoring and reporting across a range of key social, economic and environmental indicators, delivering greater transparency to inform critical planning decisions.