Amy Brown

Amy Brown is the Secretary at the Department of Enterprise, Investment & Trade in New South Wales (NSW), Australia. She has a notable career in public service, having joined the NSW Government from the private sector in 2013. Her motivation for this transition was a passion for improving the lives of the people in NSW.14

Previously, she served as the inaugural CEO of Investment NSW but faced significant scrutiny and controversy regarding the appointment of former Deputy Premier John Barilaro to a lucrative trade position in the United States. This controversy ultimately led to her dismissal from that role in September 2022, although she retained her position as Secretary of the Department of Enterprise, Investment & Trade.235

Brown's experience reflects a commitment to economic development and investment strategies within the state, and she continues to play a vital role in shaping policies that impact enterprise and trade in NSW.45