Amanda Heather

Executive Summary

Amanda is the Business Development Director at BDO’s newly established Canberra office, where she is responsible for positioning the firm within the government sector and private market. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience in professional services across business development, marketing and communications strategy, Amanda plays a pivotal role in connecting clients with the right expertise across BDO.

With a deep understanding of the policy environment and public sector priorities, Amanda helps ensure BDO’s services align with the needs of government departments, agencies, and the broader community.

Amanda is known for her strategic insight, collaborative approach, and ability to translate data and market intelligence into actionable business strategies. She works closely with BDO’s national leaders to shape Canberra’s go-to-market initiatives, foster meaningful relationships, and ensure BDO is recognised as a trusted partner to government and Canberra’s private market.

Qualifications and Affiliations

• Bachelor of Management (Marketing major)

Professional Engagements and Activities

• Contributing Author, ‘Navigating AI’ thought leadership report
• Participant, Challenger Sales Program
• Active member of ACT business and public sector networks