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One Plus One sets up Wellington government relations arm
One Plus One has appointed Esther Robinson as director of government relations.
Independent communications agency One Plus One Communications has announced the appointment of Esther Robinson as director of government relations.
This marks the agency’s arrival in Wellington and the launch of a dedicated government relations offering.
By establishing a formal Wellington presence, the agency aims to provide its diverse client base with greater connection to the parliamentary precinct and high-level strategic counsel on regulatory and public policy matters.
A landmark moment
Robinson has more than a decade of experience in government relations and public affairs across politics, communications and corporate advisory roles.
She was previously a senior political advisor during the fifth and sixth Labour Governments. In addition, she brings with her a poised consulting skillset, most recently via Acumen.
In her own time, Robinson co-hosts the popular 3 Gals 1 Beehive, an independent political podcast anchored by former Beehive staffers, providing weekly analysis of developments in New Zealand politics.
One Plus One managing director Kelly Bennett says her appointment represents a landmark moment for the agency.
“Esther’s appointment is a significant step forward for One Plus One. Our clients are increasingly operating in environments shaped by policy. Having senior, Wellington-based expertise allows us to contribute and operate more effectively where decisions are made.”
A compelling proposition
In her new role, Robinson will establish and lead the dedicated government relations practice, working across new and existing clients spanning professional services, finance, technology and other sectors.
Robinson says the opportunity to build a government relations offering within an independent, ambitious agency was compelling.
“I’m delighted to be joining the team at an important growth moment for the business. I totally share One Plus One’s conviction that better stories make better businesses, and the way you show up, whether it be on the 6pm news, in our social feeds, in an investor pack or in the Beehive, needs to be joined up and compelling. I’m excited to get stuck in helping One Plus One’s great clients achieve big things in the year ahead.”
