Business Details
29 Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Media, Publishing & Marketing Solutions
Hardie Grant is a global media and publishing business dedicated to helping emerging ideas thrive. Founded in 1997, we operate at the intersection of creativity, innovation, and storytelling, nurturing ideas that have the power to reshape perspectives and drive cultural change. Our diversified operations span publishing, digital media, and marketing agencies, supported by a team of passionate professionals across five international offices. We pride ourselves on being an independent, family-owned business that remains ahead of the curve by embracing digital transformation, AI, and evolving audience needs. Our commitment to inclusivity is reflected in our Diversity Committee, First Nations initiatives, and Reconciliation Action Plan, which guide our efforts to create equitable opportunities for underrepresented communities.With a people-focused strategy, we invest in team development and empowerment, ensuring our long-term staff and leadership continue to drive our vision forward. Our board members, including co-founders Sandy Grant and Fiona Hardie, bring decades of industry expertise to our operations, reinforcing our reputation as a trusted leader in media and publishing. We collaborate with clients globally, offering tailored solutions in content creation, brand strategy, and digital innovation. Our success is built on a foundation of creativity, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the ever-evolving media landscape.
Services
Publishing
Media Agencies
Digital Marketing
Book Publishing
Marketing Campaigns
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We are an independent, family-owned business with 27 years of industry experience.
- Our diversified services span publishing, digital media, and marketing agencies.
- We prioritise inclusivity through First Nations initiatives and a Reconciliation Action Plan.
- Our people-focused strategy invests in team development and long-term empowerment.
- We embrace digital innovation, including AI and evolving audience engagement techniques.
Services
Publishing
We publish hundreds of new books annually across diverse genres, representing leading international publishers in Australia and New Zealand. Our focus is on discovering original voices and stories that resonate with global audiences. By combining traditional expertise with digital innovation, we ensure authors' work reaches its full potential through print and digital formats.
Media Agencies
Our media agencies deliver integrated campaigns encompassing content marketing, PR, video production, and brand strategy. Operating across multiple countries, we create culturally relevant content that connects brands with audiences. Our approach combines creative storytelling with data-driven insights to maximise engagement and deliver measurable results for clients.
Digital Marketing
We offer comprehensive digital marketing services including SEO, social media strategy, and paid advertising campaigns. Our team leverages emerging technologies and analytics to build targeted strategies that enhance online visibility. By staying ahead of digital trends, we help businesses achieve sustainable growth in competitive markets.
Marketing Campaigns
Our marketing campaigns combine creative innovation with strategic planning to build impactful brand narratives. We develop tailored solutions for audience engagement through events, digital platforms, and traditional media. With expertise in cross-channel integration, we ensure consistent messaging that drives brand awareness and customer loyalty.
HGX Ventures
HGX is our digital venture studio and investment fund focused on accelerating innovative ideas and talent. We provide resources and expertise to scale startups and digital projects. By combining creative vision with business acumen, we transform emerging concepts into successful ventures that address evolving market needs.
People
Sandy Grant
Chair
Co-founder of Hardie Grant with a distinguished career in publishing and media. Former MD of Heinemann, Octopus, and Reed Australia, he chairs the Melbourne Writers Festival and the Australian Publishers Association.
Fiona Hardie
Director
Co-founder with expertise in book and magazine publishing across Australia and the UK. She oversees culture and workplace rights, serving as Vice President of the Australian Institute of Employment Rights.
Nick Hardie-Grant
Chief Executive Officer
CEO overseeing publishing, media agencies, and digital ventures. With prior roles at Isobar and Reactive, he focuses on group strategy and holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Melbourne.
Ian Webster
Director
Over four decades in publishing, including roles at Channel 9 Sydney and Universal Publishers. Former director of the Australian Publishers Association, he contributes extensive industry leadership.
Questions
What services does Hardie Grant offer?
We provide publishing, digital media, marketing campaigns, brand strategy, and venture studio services across five international offices.
When was Hardie Grant founded?
Hardie Grant was founded in 1997 by Fiona Hardie and Sandy Grant in Melbourne, Australia.
What is Hardie Grant's commitment to diversity?
We maintain a Reconciliation Action Plan, support First Nations publishing, and collaborate with CareerTrackers for Indigenous internships.
Where are Hardie Grant's offices located?
Our offices are in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, San Francisco, and Manila.
Reviews (1)
Sophie Nicolas
Aug 30, 2018
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I was blown away by the customer service received. I was trying to locate a book and couldn't find that anyone had this in stock and saw that Hardie Grant were the publishers. Hardie Grant's Publishing Administrator was shift with her replies and provided informed suggestions regarding alternative books. She ended up providing a substitute book as complimentary copy, and also covered the postage costs. Incredible service.
