Hardie Grant is one of the world’s leading independent media and publishing companies; we’re in the ideas business.
Since 1997, we’ve been creating culture, sharing stories, and re-imagining the way brands connect with audiences. We help emerging ideas thrive.
“It’s about being in touch with the zeitgeist, being creative, and always staying ahead of the curve” - Sandy Grant, CEO and Chair.
Diversified
Diversified
We're a diversified media, marketing and publishing business. We work for clients, creating video, audio, PR and events, digital and content marketing campaigns and creative and brand strategy. We own and manage digital media brands. We publish hundreds of new books each year across many categories and we represent a range of leading international publishers in ANZ.
Impactful
Impactful
We're committed to a culture that's inclusive, equitable and innovative. Our Diversity Committee seeks to promote diversity and inclusion, we're very involved in the movement towards Reconciliation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and have a strong First Nations publishing list. We work with CareerTrackers to offer Indigenous internships, offer First Nations roles, and have an accredited Reconciliation Action Plan.
People focused
People focused
Since 1997, the company’s founders, along with many trusted long-term staff and partners, have remained with the business and continue to lead us into the future. Our strategy places people - their development and empowerment - at its core and we have a raft of initiatives underway investing in our team.
Ever evolving
Ever evolving
We remain proudly independent, Australian and family owned. We pride ourselves on continually evolving what we do and how we do it, embracing digital media and technology, AI and innovation.
Co-founder of Hardie Grant, Sandy Grant has led a distinguished career in book publishing and media. Formerly MD of Heinemann, Octopus, and Reed Australia, and CEO of Reed Books UK, he is the Chief Executive and Chair of Hardie Grant. Sandy has also been involved in numerous industry roles, including Chair of the Melbourne Writers Festival and President of the Australian Publishers Association.
Co-founder of Hardie Grant, Fiona Hardie has a rich background in book and magazine publishing across Australia and the UK. After leading Hardie Grant Media for nearly 20 years, she now oversees culture and workplace rights across the company. Fiona also serves as Vice President of the Australian Institute of Employment Rights and is a dedicated yoga teacher.
Nick leads Hardie Grant’s marketing agency network, including content, digital, PR, and video production agencies, and oversees the digital venture division, HGX. With previous roles at Isobar and Reactive, he is now focused on group strategy and is a member of the board. Nick holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Melbourne and attended Harvard Business School’s Program for Leadership Development.
Julie has extensive experience in the book industry, oversees Hardie Grant Publishing across Australia and North America. Starting as a bookseller, she developed deep expertise in publishing, balancing creative and commercial elements. Julie also serves as Vice President of the Australian Publishers Association and is a director of The Wheeler Centre, Melbourne’s hub for books, writing, and ideas.
With over four decades in the publishing industry, Ian Webster has held key roles at Channel 9 Sydney, Gregory’s Publishing, and as founding CEO of Universal Publishers. A former director of the Australian Publishers Association, Ian continues to lead Sally Milner Publishing. He joined Hardie Grant as a director and shareholder after its acquisition of Explore Australia and Universal Publishers.
Founded by Fiona Hardie and Sandy Grant.
Staff across Hardie Grant Publishing, Media and HGX.
Offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, San Francisco and Manila.
Staff engagement (as measured by Culture Amp).
Group revenue in FY24.