Department Structure
The Department of Business and Innovation (DBI) has six divisions, or business areas, that work closely together to achieve the objectives and strategies outlined in the DBI Corporate Plan.
There is an associated body, the Office of the Victorian Small Business Commissioner, and DBI also links to other government agencies, industry bodies and advisory councils.
Trade and Industry Development
Deputy Secretary Justin Hanney
Includes:
- Investment
- International Coordination Office
- Export
- Industry Development
- Metropolitan and Regional Victorian Government Business Offices (VGBOs)
- Programs and Small Business
- Private Sector Workplace Relations
Corporate Services and Communications
Deputy Secretary Rob Barr
Includes:
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Information Management and Technology
- Legal, Audit and Risk Management
- Strategic Communications
- Business Services
- Business Victoria Online
Innovation and Technology
Deputy Secretary Randall Straw
Includes:
- Technology Industries
- Science and Technology Programs
- Innovation and Technology Capabilities
- Science and Technology Policy
Investment and Major Projects
A/g Deputy Secretary Peter Noble
Includes:
- Major Projects Victoria
- Invest Assist
- Melbourne Market Relocation Project
Policy
Deputy Secretary John Robinson
Includes:
- Policy and Research
- Strategic Planning and Ministerial Services
- Policy Projects
- Infrastructure and Energy
- Regulation Reform
Tourism and Aviation
CEO/Deputy Secretary Leigh Harry
Includes:
- Tourism Victoria
- Marketing
- Strategy & Policy
- Aviation Services
- Investment Attraction