1. Gas Energy Australia
Suite 7 16 National Circuit Barton ACT 2600
Telephone: 02 6176 3100 Fax: 02 6176 0207
www.gasenergygaustralia.asn.au
23 March 2015
To whom it may concern,
PERSONAL REFERENCE
MIKE DARBY
I have known Mr Darby as the principal consultant for Mike Darby International for the past two years.
During that time Mr Darby was engaged by Gas Energy Australia as a senior research analyst reporting to the
Chief Executive Officer. Mr Darby was an integral member of the Secretariat working closely with the advocates
and directors for policy development, and senior representatives of the Association’s member companies.
Mr Darby, through the application of his unique analytical and presentation skills, provided the evidence-based
research, analysis and expert commentary to support the development of industry and technical policy – specific
to the gas sector.
Mr Darby is articulate, writes a good paper, and displays a strong and genuine sense of purpose in the execution
of his duties. During his tenure with Gas Energy Australia Mr Darby developed a number of strategic policy
documents, including; ‘The Stationary Energy LPG Industry – our value to Australia …’ information compendium,
the quarterly ‘Gas Vehicle Statistics’ report, and the ‘Turning up the heat, cutting regulatory duplication, disparities
and red tape for downstream gas….’ report.
Mr Darby’s performance was consistently assessed as above average across all aspects of his responsibilities,
reflecting a high level of maturity, competence and professionalism. A rare profile with many of today’s consultants.
I would highly recommend the engagement of Mr Darby’s services for those clients seeking a mature and
competent consultant who has the ability to quickly form a collaborative working relationship and offer a valued
contribution to the organisation’s business profile.
Yours sincerely,
Mike Carmody
Director and Chief Executive Officer
Gas Energy Australia