We bring a strong data led and evidence based focus to our analysis and recommendations for clients to develop actionable insights, allowing our clients to make decisions and influence decision makers. Whether it is quantifying risks associated with the acquisition of bus companies or measuring the impact of a fare change on customers, we’re committed to helping clients make informed, confident decisions.
Our leadership
Founded in 2013 by directors Robin Barlow and Tom Frost, NineSquared has grown to be one of Australia’s leading economics consultants.
NineSquared services public and private sector clients across diverse sectors, specialising in key capabilities: Economics, Financial/Commercial Advisory, Public Policy, Data Science, and Project and Program Assurance.
With headquarters in Brisbane and capacity to deliver projects internationally, the business leadership is supported by a board of industry experts and a dedicated team of technical specialists.
Our Team
Our people are talented and committed technical professionals who are passionate about applying robust economic and financial principles to inform sound decisions that realise optimal outcomes for our clients.
With capability spread across sectors, disciplines, and all levels of the business, project teams are strengthened by hands on director involvement. Adopting this approach ensures NineSquared’s characteristic standard of excellence is achieved on each assignment.
Our Commitments
We take our obligations to making meaningful community contributions seriously and through Pledge 1% we make corporate philanthropic contributions to support not-for-profit organisations in our community.
Pledge 1% is a global movement to create a new normal in which giving back is integrated into the DNA of companies of all sizes. Pledge 1% encourages and challenges individuals and companies to Pledge 1% of equity, profit, product, and/or employee time for their communities.
Along with other Pledge 1% partners we are making giving back a priority. As one part of our commitment, we have pledged to donate 1% of our profit, time and our product to non-profits each year. Product donations are in the form of pro-bono consulting.
Since becoming a Pledge 1% company, NineSquared has made over $140,000 in financial and in-kind contributions to help organisations in our community, and continues to grow this figure annually.
Are you a non-profit and are wondering if you might benefit from a Cost Benefits Analysis (CBA) for a project, or would like to understand how economics might be used to assist your organisation, please get in touch with us to discuss how we can help.
How we work
NineSquared works to the highest possible professional and ethical standards. Governance is enacted through the NineSquared board which meets monthly to address all business matters.
We promote consistency in the quality of project delivery, ensuring applicable professional standards are complied with, and appropriate levels of supervision, training, and coaching are provided to our team. Internal policies and procedures are reviewed regularly and updated as required, with oversight delivered through a rigorous review process.
Tools & Technology
Our team relies on advanced modelling tools and data analysis technology platforms to solve our clients’ problems.
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NineSquared prepares industry leading research and reports to keep our clients informed.
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