John Daley
Strategy, policy and economics for modern Australia
Dr John Daley is one of Australia’s leading strategy and public policy thinkers.
He was the founding Chief Executive of the Grattan Institute from 2009 to 2020, which he led to become Australia’s foremost domestic policy think tank. He personally authored over 20 Grattan reports on topics including institutional, economic, tax, budget and energy policy reform.
John is now an independent strategy consultant, combining policy, economics and business insights. He is available to advise on a broad range of policy topics and business issues.
What's news
What's news
Institutional Reform Stocktake
Our political system needs an upgrade.
This 2025 report, co-authored with Rachel Krust, analyses which reforms will most improve the governance of Australia.
Allegra Spender’s Tax Green Paper
Tax is central to the big issues Australia faces today.
John advised Allegra Spender in drafting her Tax Green Paper. It sets out the need for reform that lowers income taxes, boosts business productivity, and supports our climate transition.
Performing Arts Advocacy
Why do Australia’s public symbols focus on sport?
This report, commissioned by the Australian Major Performing Arts Group, shows how performing arts are central to Australians’ lives. Advocacy for performing arts has taken a back seat and we can do better.
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Public policy
John advises and writes reports on public policy issues including institutional, tax, superannuation, housing, higher education, energy, and arts policy reform.
John personally authored over 20 reports while CEO of the Grattan Institute.
Today, John is available for commission - both independently or with expert collaborators - as Correa Consulting.
Corporate strategy
John is one of Australia’s most incisive speakers on the economic landscape, trends in government and pressing policy issues.
His speeches and presentations have ranged from public events at the National Press Club to private presentations at the Productivity Commission.
Whether to 2,000 IT personnel or 5 CEOs, John communicates complex ideas clearly in a way that engages everyone in the room.
Speaking engagements
John advises corporates on their most complex strategic issues.
His commercial instincts have been honed leading business units at ANZ, management consulting at McKinsey & Co, and working at EY Port Jackson Partners with corporate leaders.
John identifies business opportunities by combining an understanding of the regulatory environment, competitive landscape, and financial drivers.