People

Robin Barlow is a founding director at NineSquared. He has extensive experience in transport economics, regulatory and public policy analysis. His skills and expertise include strategy development and public policy design, market analysis, regulatory and economic impact analysis, cost-benefit analysis, pricing and risk.

Tom is an economist who has been consulting to industry and government for almost 20 years. He has extensive experience in the provision of regulatory and economic advice to clients. He has provided advice to clients across Australia and internationally regarding investment in transport infrastructure

Phil leads NineSquared’s Sydney office and brings almost 20-years of public and private sector experience in transport and infrastructure planning to the firm.

Steve is an accomplished strategy, policy and infrastructure advisory leader in the public and private sectors, with extensive and strong experience across both economic and social markets.

Christine is a Director in the Sydney office and brings over 20 years’ experience in transport and infrastructure development and assessment to the firm. Her skills span the project life cycle, from strategy and policy analysis through business case development to procurement and contractual negotiation.

Anthony is an Associate Director at NineSquared with a focus on transport economics, cost benefit analysis and infrastructure prioritisation. He has undertaken projects for a variety of public and private clients relating to electricity, transport, technology and the arts.

Tasha is an experienced Senior Manager with over 20 years of experience in strategy, public policy, governance, and regulation.

James has almost 10 years’ experience across a range of sectors including transport, electricity, energy and mining. James has experience in in providing analysis and advice on pricing and contract strategies, as well as detailed resource market insight and projections, forecasting and scenario assessment.

Byron is a manager with NineSquared with a background in international business, research and economics. He has a Bachelor of Business (International Business /Economics double major) from the Queensland University of Technology and is currently undertaking his CFA qualification. Since...

Richard is a manager with strong experience in program and project management, contract management and finance. 

Evelyn is a Manager at NineSquared with demonstrated experience in problem definition, governance advice, strategy development, planning and assessment, and evaluation and review.

Lee Mead is a Manager at NineSquared with demonstrated experience across a range of industries including transport, health, and agriculture for both the public and private sectors. He possesses expertise in a range of economic appraisal techniques, with a focus on cost-benefit analysis and market analysis and review. Lee holds a Bachelor of Economics (Economics and Public Policy) from the University of Queensland.

Naidhruv is a manager at NineSquared with expertise in transport economics, statistical forecasting, economic research and analysis, data analytics and visualisation, and public sector advisory.

Fiona is an economist and senior analyst at NineSquared with interest in environmental economics, transport, policy and planning, stakeholder engagement, problem solving and strategy. Fiona graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce and International Business majoring in economics from Griffith University.

Winona is an senior analyst at NineSquared where she provides advice and analysis utilising her background in mathematics and data science.

Ethan San Diego is a skilled transport and infrastructure economics consultant providing clients with rigorous econometrics and economic analysis.

Oscar Pollack is an analyst at NineSquared. He has experience in transport economics, water, cost-benefit analysis, sports economics, and economic modelling. 

Katherine Patapan is an analyst in NineSquared's Sydney office. She is passionate about solving complex, multifaceted problems involving various stakeholders. Kat is a recent graduate of the University of Queensland where she studies, politics, philosophy and economics.

Eleanor is an economic analyst at NineSquared with an interest in transport, health and sports economics. She has experience in conducting economic assessments across the transport, active recreation and justice sectors.

Darren offers extensive financial modelling experience in various industries including mining and resources, oil and gas, rail, ports, property development, retail and local government.

Neil Douglas is a transport economist with over thirty years academic and consultancy experience

Rachael Marshall is an associate at NineSquared with over 10 years’ experience spanning research and state government sectors in environmental sciences, maritime operations and infrastructure, strategic planning and operational program delivery across QLD, NSW, and WA.