Rural and Regional Economic Solutions Pty Ltd provides a range of services to Local Governments, NGOs and the small business community in rural and regional Western Australia focussed on Economic and Community Development outcomes.
(Photo courtesy Jenny Feast)
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Principal - Juliet GristJuliet is an Economist with complementary qualifications in Community Welfare Work and Community Service, with a passion for rural and regional communities.
With a career that spans Finance, Regional Development and Agriculture, Juliet brings a wealth of skills, knowledge and experience to rural and regional communities looking to create impactful economic and community development programs. Her experience, including as CEO of Regional Development Australia (Wheatbelt) and in senior roles in the Banking, Finance, Superannuation and Investment sectors across three States, also provides support to community CEOs seeking to improve the sustainability and professionalism of their organisation. In 2015 Juliet was selected to participate in the Department of Regional Development "Emerging Leaders" program, and in 2019 was one of four WA Finalists for the Rural Women's Award for a project focussed on collaboration and regional wellbeing. In 2019 Juliet became an Alumni of the first WA Meshpoints Community Builders Bootcamp, completing training in innovation frameworks, and now combines the consultancy elements of her work with projects in the innovation space as project lead. |
Guiding Philosophy
Ask the Right QuestionsExplore the evidence. If you don't have any, undertake engagement to gather it. Understand the situation. Is it simple or complex, and what methodology is appropriate to ensure understanding and insight?
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Utilise Best PracticeLook for similar situations globally. What worked, what didn't. What experts are available to enlist as mentors/support. What may be readily adoptable that doesn't require reinventing the wheel?
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Evaluate and AdjustBe clear on the outcomes sought and have a process to get there. Evaluate as you go, and adjust if required. Ensure the voice of the target audience is given weight.
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