Welcome to ARC. Strategy – we do things differently.
At ARC. Strategy, we are specialists in strategic industrial relations and communication solutions—but it’s how we approach these challenges that truly sets us apart. We don’t apply generic frameworks or off-the-shelf answers. Instead, we take a grounded, strategic view that considers the full spectrum of stakeholders—employers, employees, unions, boards, and the broader business environment. By doing so, we help our clients cut through complexity, anticipate risks, and unlock solutions that are both practical and sustainable.
- We listen to your challenges.
- We take the time to research your company’s industrial relations landscape and business objectives.
- We think ‘outside the box’.
- We understand complex employment environments.
- We have extensive experience with employers, employees and unions.
- We build strong stakeholder relationships through collaboration.
- We develop strategic solutions that meet your business objectives and communicate with impact throughout.
- We integrate both industrial relations and communication strategy and support.
We pride ourselves on being responsive, discreet, and outcomes-focused—partnering with clients to solve challenges before they become problems.
Services
Our services combine more than 15 years of in-house industrial relations and communication experience from employer, employee and union environments. This experience across all three industrial relations perspectives sets our services apart.
Whether you are an individual, growing or established business, our services are always tailored to your specific needs.
We work closely with executives, HR leaders, and frontline managers to craft practical, forward-thinking strategies that support business objectives, manage risk, and drive cultural alignment.
This includes day-to-day IR support, enterprise bargaining strategy and support, stakeholder engagement, coaching, change management, reputation strategy, and more.
Read about our Services.
Ashley Stewart is the Principal Consultant at ARC. Strategy, with over 15 years of experience in industrial relations and strategic communications. She combines extensive industrial relations and communications experience with a Master’s Degree in Communications (Distinction) in Strategic Communications and Crisis Management. Ashley has led negotiations with some of Australia’s largest companies. She brings deep, practical expertise across the employment landscape. This includes private sector, workforce-focused roles, and union.
Based in Melbourne, ARC. Strategy offers services Australia-wide.
ARC. Strategy is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice – our services complement your existing legal representation or can refer to legal professionals where required.
