A seasoned media and communications leader with over 20 years’ experience across government and non-government sectors.
Daniel Bolger is a highly experienced media and events professional with deep expertise in strategic communications, media liaison, public information, and event delivery. He has led high-performing teams to plan, develop, and execute integrated go-to-market media and engagement strategies aligned with government priorities and sensitive to diverse stakeholder needs.
Daniel has advised Ministers, departmental secretaries, and senior executives in politically complex and high-risk environments, delivering clear, consistent public messaging while managing reputational risk. He has overseen the development of comprehensive communications strategies and public campaigns, worked collaboratively with Ministerial Offices and business lines, and proactively managed high-profile media issues through informed, strategic counsel.
With a strong track record in stakeholder engagement, issues management, and media strategy, Daniel has built and maintained trusted relationships with internal and external partners — including the media, senior public officials, and political offices. He understands the growing importance of digital content in the new economy and leverages it to drive visibility, engagement, and policy impact.
His leadership within communications teams has delivered measurable outcomes through operational reform, strategic planning, and quality assurance processes, ensuring communications outputs meet departmental standards and public expectations.