Protecting reputation when it matters most
Trusted strategic counsel for leaders and organisations navigating reputation, media and crisis communication.
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Dr Hamish McLean
Strategic advisor - media, reputation and crisis communication.
Strategic communications advice and media training
For leaders operating in complex, high-stakes environments.
Executive media training
Practical, high-impact preparation for executives and spokespeople facing media interviews. We use realistic scenarios drawn from your organisation to sharpen messages, build confidence and prepare participants for difficult questions.
Strategic communications advisory
Ongoing senior counsel for leaders navigating organisational change and reputational risk. We help you build a credible narrative and strengthen stakeholder trust well before an issue reaches the headlines.
Crisis and high-stakes communication
Immediate, hands-on support when reputations, organisations and communities are under pressure right now. We help leaders respond fast, make sound calls under scrutiny and communicate credibly through the first critical hours of a crisis.

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About us
Established in 2000, Maddison Group is a Brisbane-based strategic communications practice led by Dr Hamish McLean. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience spanning media, government, crisis and international work, we advise leaders and organisations facing complex communication challenges. We combine senior counsel with practical media preparation and work nationally and internationally.