WHO WE ARE
Our Expertise
At Basaltandco, we’re a firm founded on purpose and built for delivery. We work with communities, councils, not-for-profits, and industry to move projects an idea to impact.
We understand that regional organisations often face real constraints, and we’re here to help bridge that gap with the right people, skills, and momentum to move things forward.
Jodi Ritchie - Co-Founder & Director
Jodi is a respected regional leader with a gift for engagement and delivery. Her background spans community development, public policy, and sector collaboration, bringing depth and insight to every project.
Known for her clarity, and action-focused mindset, Jodi helps organisations shape strategy, secure funding, and deliver real impact. Whether she’s leading a community forum or mentoring emerging leaders, her work is grounded in purpose and built on trust.
Nicky Turner - Co-Founder & Director
Nicky is a strategic thinker who gets things done. With a background in business planning, funding strategy, and regional economic development, she brings over a decade of experience across government, industry, and the not-for-profit sector.
Nicky is known for cutting through complexity and delivering practical outcomes. Her work is driven by a commitment to building sustainable regional communities and helping clients move from stuck to strategic.
...andco - Our Extended Team
At Basaltandco, the “andco” is more than a name, it’s how we work.
Our extended network of consultants brings industry expertise across HR, PR, marketing and communications, agribusiness, infrastructure, economic development, and social enterprise. These industry specialists are hand-picked for their real-world experience, regional understanding, and values-led approach.
Together, we offer flexible, fit-for-purpose teams that can scale to meet the complexity and scope of each project. Whether you're a small business or a government agency, you get the right skills, at the right time, to deliver the outcomes that matter.