Claire Usmar
@claireusmar
Investment attraction specialist at Trade and Investment Queensland who delivered 20% of the EU FDI target in FY25-26.
AustraliaWhat I'm looking for
At Trade and Investment Queensland, I lead stakeholder engagement for international investors working with the Queensland Government, local government, industry bodies and local industry. As market lead for Japan, I also delivered 20% of the EU market FDI target in FY25-26.
As Acting Principal Investment Advisor, I curated introductions between private investors and government bodies for city-shaping projects, helping clients get shortlisted for tender opportunities. I also pitched to cross-department working groups and hosted business delegations to Queensland.
My communications work has included managing production of promotional materials and project-managing the Queensland Investment Prospectus for the Treasurer of Queensland. I’m seeking a role in investor relations or communications commencing early 2027.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Media & PR Manager
Smith Ocean Projects
Jun 2026 - Present (5 months)
Providing full communications support to Irish skipper Karl Smith's bid to raise €1 million for Parkinson's disease charities as part of his entry into the Global Solo Challenge 2027 solo sailing race.
Senior Investment Advisor
Trade and Investment Queensland
Apr 2023 - Present (3 years 7 months)
Leading stakeholder engagement for international investors with the Queensland Government, local government, industry bodies and local industry. Providing strategic guidance to achieve solutions to investment roadblocks.
Digital Communications Officer
Trade and Investment Queensland
May 2021 - Apr 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Project manager for marketing collateral, including Queensland Investment Prospectus for the Treasurer of Queensland. Lead videographer and photographer, delivered roadshows, investment showcases and webinars.
Communications Officer
Trade and Investment Queensland
Jan 2020 - Apr 2021 (1 year 3 months)
Internal communications lead and copywriter for media releases, news stories, EDMs, social media posts, and promotional copy for events and grant programs. Managed media monitoring via Isentia.
Writer
Kate Tilley Journalism Pty Ltd
May 2019 - Dec 2019 (7 months)
Copywriter for industry newsletter articles, plain-English updates, award nominations, social media posts, and ghostwriting. Researcher for corporate communications agency clients in the insurance sector.
Media liaison producing media releases to promote published scientific findings by faculty researchers. Copywriter for executives and photographer for bi-annual faculty magazine.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
London Business School
Certificate, ESG Investing
2024 - 2024
Completed ESG Investing program at London Business School in 2024.
The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Journalism and Bachelor of Arts, Journalism and Arts
2008 -
Bachelor of Journalism and Bachelor of Arts with double major in Political Science and Japanese from the University of Queensland.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
AustraliaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
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