Hedland Economic Forum 2025 – Speaker Feature
We are thrilled to welcome Commissioner Jessica Shaw, Town of Port Hedland , as a speaker at the Forum.
Jessica Shaw is the WA Program Director for the Superpower Institute, Port Hedland’s Chair of Commissioners, and a Director of Tactica Advisory, advising on energy transition, infrastructure, and industrial decarbonisation. At the Superpower Institute, Jessica leads efforts to position Australia as a global exporter of green energy and industrial products, with a focus on regulatory frameworks, market incentives, and enabling infrastructure. Through Tactica, she supports companies navigating complex commercial, policy, and project delivery challenges.
Jessica served in the WA Parliament from 2017 to 2025, including as Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier. She was responsible for projects spanning energy transition, hydrogen, infrastructure, domestic gas, trade, and economic diversification. Before entering Parliament, Jessica was a senior executive in the energy sector for over a decade, and previously worked in foreign affairs and trade in both the Australian Senate and British High Commission. She holds degrees in law and politics, a Master of Law from Cambridge, and executive training from Harvard. She is an Honorary Life Member of the Australian Institute of Energy.
The Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s Hedland Economic Forum is a one-day event featuring expert speakers, engaging talks, and interactive panel discussions. It explores key economic trends and local updates across the Pilbara region, while providing opportunities to network and share ideas.

