Bayly & Associates provides strategic advisory services that draw on Andrew's unique combination of government experience and commercial expertise. With over eleven years in Parliament, including ministerial roles in Commerce, Small Business, Manufacturing, and ACC, alongside a 30-year business career spanning merchant banking, corporate advisory, and private enterprise, Andrew offers insights that bridge the public and private sectors.

Government Relations & Policy

Government Engagement Strategy

Navigate the complexities of engaging with government effectively. Understand how decisions are made, who the key stakeholders are, and how to position your organisation for success.

Stakeholder mapping and engagement planning
Ministerial and departmental engagement
Select committee processes
Cross-party relationship building

Policy Development & Advocacy

Shape policy outcomes through well-crafted submissions and strategic advocacy that speaks the language of government.

Policy analysis and position development
Submission writing and presentation
Regulatory impact assessment
Industry advocacy coordination

Regulatory Navigation

Understand and navigate regulatory frameworks across commerce, financial services, and consumer affairs.

Regulatory compliance strategy
Engagement with regulatory bodies
Licensing and approval processes
Regulatory reform opportunities

Strategic Business Advisory

Strategic Planning

Develop and implement strategies that drive growth, manage risk, and create sustainable competitive advantage.

Strategic analysis and planning
Business model development
Market entry strategies
Performance improvement

Mergers & Acquisitions

Navigate the complexities of buying, selling, or merging businesses with experienced deal-making insight.

Transaction strategy and structuring
Due diligence coordination
Negotiation support
Post-merger integration planning

Capital Raising

Access capital markets and structure funding arrangements to support growth and strategic initiatives.

Capital structure optimisation
Investor relationship development
Funding strategy and documentation
Capital markets advisory

Board & Governance

Board Advisory

Enhance board effectiveness through improved governance practices, strategic oversight, and stakeholder management.

Governance framework development
Board effectiveness reviews
Director mentoring and development
Chair and director search support

Independent Directorship

Contribute experienced, independent perspective to boards across a range of sectors and organisation types.

Independent director roles
Audit committee membership
Risk committee oversight
Strategic advisory panels

Sector Specialisation

Bayly & Associates has particular depth in the following sectors:

Financial Services

Banking, insurance, capital markets, fintech, and financial regulation including open banking and consumer data rights.

Manufacturing & Small Business

Supporting New Zealand manufacturers and small businesses to grow, innovate, and engage effectively with government.

Infrastructure & Utilities

Water, wastewater, electricity, waste management, and major infrastructure project development.

Agriculture & Environment

Primary industries, agritech, environmental services, and sustainability initiatives.

Property & Construction

Building and construction sector, property development, and regulatory compliance.

Commerce & Consumer Affairs

Competition law, consumer protection, fair trading, and corporate law reform.

International Experience

Andrew has extensive experience doing business internationally, including:

Australia – Corporate advisory and banking through Cranleigh's Sydney and Melbourne offices
Asia – Business development and advisory through Cranleigh's Singapore office
United Kingdom – Five years with Lloyds Merchant Bank in London, managing international listings and transactions
Pacific – Governance roles with Pacific-focused businesses