Melbourne-based Brent Crockford is the inaugural chief executive of Australian Owned Contractors (AOC), which is made up of twelve mid-tier construction companies across Australia. Prior to joining AOC in April 2020, Mr Crockford spent over 8 years with GRACosway, including 5 years as director of public affairs where he provided counsel to a variety of leading ASX200-listed companies and those with particular interests in federal or Victorian government issues. He has extensive experience in public policy, political trends, business strategy development, media and investor relations, and campaigning. He also has experience as an advisor and political strategist on state and federal election campaigns.