CHRIS BURFORD
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS AND ENGAGEMENT

Chris joined the SATC in April 2024 to oversee the newly created Strategic Communications and Engagement group. The group establishes, develops, and maintains relationships with the three tiers of government, key stakeholders within the tourism industry and media.

He has a more than 20 years of experience in communications and media management across both the public and private sectors, working across a broad range of portfolios.

Prior to joining the SATC, Chris was the Corporate Affairs & Media Manager at Beach Energy. He was a Media Adviser and Communications Director to the Premier of South Australia from 2014 to 2018, and prior to that was the Media Adviser to the Attorney General. 

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