Cloud services provider AUCloud appoints a new head to manage government connections and relationships.
AUCloud, a leading Australian cloud service provider, has announced the appointment of Samantha Maher as Head of Government Relations. This strategic move is expected to bolster the company's engagement with the federal government and reinforce its commitment to safeguarding Australia's data sovereignty and security.
Maher brings over 30 years of experience in government relations, public policy, issues management, and strategic communications to her new role. Her expertise is anticipated to drive organic revenue growth and product innovation at AUCloud, contributing to the shaping of key industry and policy discussions.
Peter Maloney, Managing Director and CEO of AUCloud, expressed his enthusiasm about the appointment, stating, "Samantha's role will be crucial in helping AUCloud's customers navigate governance, risk, and compliance issues related to sovereign cloud capabilities, data protection, and cybersecurity. Her ongoing contribution highlights her expertise and active involvement in shaping key industry and policy discussions."
Maher's involvement in government affairs extends beyond AUCloud. She has participated in procurement roundtables with Senator David Pocock and Minister Katy Gallagher in 2023 and 2024. Additionally, she has contributed to several federal government committees, including the DEWR and DoE National Skills Passport Roundtable in 2024, the Senate Finance and Public Administration Reference Committee Inquiry on sovereign capability in the Australian tech sector (2023-2024), and an unspecified Senate commission in 2023.
The appointment is intended to strengthen AUCloud's engagement with the federal government. Maloney emphasized, "Maher's role will be crucial in advancing AUCloud's collaboration with the government. This collaboration is essential for navigating the complex governance, risk, and compliance issues that our customers face in the realm of sovereign cloud capabilities, data protection, and cybersecurity."
With Maher's appointment, AUCloud aims to play an instrumental part in the advancement and growth of the Australian tech sector, while ensuring the protection of Australia's data sovereignty and security.
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