DoorDash commissioned PPG to research the impact on workers, consumers, small businesses and the economy if the Australian Government passed industrial relations changes that would implement new conditions of work for Australians who choose to earn income through on-demand rideshare and delivery platforms.
Pragmatic Policy Group
What Does ‘Pragmatic’ Mean to Us?
/Prag'madik/ . adjective
“Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.”
HOW WE CAN HELP
Fundraising Advisory
We help build company financial models, deliver high-impact investor decks, organize data rooms and make connections with investors from across the venture capital and private equity community.
Government Incentives
We prepare government grant applications to secure financial support for projects that benefit the community and the planet.
Engaging Policymakers
We work closely with policymakers, communicating unique perspectives and driving change through data-driven economic analysis.
Policy Strategy
We help navigate complex policy environments with compelling messaging, relationships with key stakeholders and by building coalitions.
Economic Modeling
We use advanced analytical techniques and industry experience to forecast the impact of regulations, helping our clients make informed strategic decisions.
Expert Witness
We combine deep policy understanding with litigation experience to support complex legal cases.
Case Studies
DoorDash commissioned PPG to research the economic impact of forcibly reclassifying independent app-based delivery workers in Minnesota to become traditional employees.
Losing your mother is one of life’s most profoundly hard experiences, with impacts extending well beyond emotional grief. Motherless Daughters Australia (MDA), the leading organisation supporting women who have lost their mothers, commissioned PPG to measure the economic impact of mother loss, including the significant financial, employment, and educational burdens.
The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) commissioned PPG to help prepare a policy position paper on the best pathway to zero emissions for the bus industry.
Flare HR commissioned PPG to analyze the potential impact of banning advertising on digital platforms offering superannuation fund choices to employees during job onboarding.
PPG was commissioned to evaluate the case for including an ‘Established Talent Stream’ as part of the National Innovation Visa. Our modeling showed that introducing this innovative policy would:
What do the World Rally Championship, Vintage Bentleys and Toyota FT60 racing cars have in common? They all use carbon-neutral fuel produced by our client, Berlin-based P1 Fuels.
PPG released a detailed economic report, commissioned by Victorian property and construction companies, analysing the proposed expansion of the Vacant Residential Land Tax.
Advanced economies say they are on the pathway to net-zero emissions, but are they just outsourcing goods production and the associated emissions to poorer countries while importing the goods for the benefit of their consumers and businesses?
PPG was commissioned by the Australian Sports Foundation to estimate the financial, health, and budgetary impacts of designating amateur sports clubs and athletes as having a ‘charitable purpose’.
PPG partnered with Arise to amplify the voices of the diverse group of Americans using Arise’s market-leading platform to deliver exceptional service to customers of the world’s biggest brands.
PPG was commissioned by Healius Limited to assess the economic sustainability of the Australian pathology industry and quantify any government investment needed to protect essential services and jobs.
The content creator economy is one of the fastest-growing sectors globally, projected to be worth over half a trillion dollars by 2027.
What Our Clients Say
“The depth, clarity, and precision of Pragmatic Policy Group’s research has given us a critical framework through which to navigate policy change. PPG is rigorous and data-driven, but communicates complex ideas in simple language that all stakeholders can understand. We highly recommend PPG as a trusted partner for any organization seeking to articulate the economic consequences of regulation.”
"I'd recommend Pragmatic Policy Group to any company that wants to innovate fast while shaping a new regulatory landscape. PPG helped Lyft develop smart regulation on everything from the Future of Work to Electric Vehicles - they helped us engage with policymakers and community groups to develop and pass new laws which protected the $61 billion rideshare industry and were strongly supported by 76% of rideshare and delivery drivers."
"Oliver's contributions to the national economy and community were nothing short of remarkable during his time advising the Australian Government. He delivered critical reforms to the $3.8 trillion banking system following the 2008 financial crisis. His work has left a lasting legacy, securing a stronger and more prosperous future for the nation and its communities. Pragmatic Policy Group is a valuable thought partner for governments as they think through how to regulate the most innovative and disruptive industries in their economies."
"Pragmatic Policy Group has played an integral role in amplifying the voices of the incredibly inspiring entrepreneurs and small businesses who use the Arise platform to provide exceptional customer care to the world’s biggest brands. PPG know the policy landscape intimately and have been trusted advisers as we protect and care for our community."
"PPG's advice and support has been essential to rapidly growing Booster's footprint so that we can reduce carbon emissions more quickly for the world’s largest last-mile delivery fleets. By partnering proactively with regulators at the federal, state and local levels, PPG secured hundreds of permits - faster than we'd ever done before. I strongly recommend the Pragmatic Policy Group to any start-up or growth company - it's absolutely critical to build a proactive strategy for working with policymakers so that you can scale your business in full compliance with the law."
"Pragmatic Policy Group brings a rare and deep understanding of the intersection between politics, regulation and business. PPG quickly helped us model the significant value of government subsidies for P1 Fuels and create the pathway for our global expansion."
"We have really enjoyed working with PPG. It was fabulous to work with such a professional and responsive team, and the final product is of such high quality."
"PPG’s analysis was sophisticated but their explanation was simple, providing our clients around the world with actionable insights to underpin effective green export strategies. I strongly recommend PPG to any organization seeking to truly understand the intersection of business, economics and public policy."
"PPG’s partnership has been invaluable in our fight for creators’ rights. Their deep economic insight brings clarity to the policy debate and cuts through the noise. PPG’s global reach has helped us navigate regulatory challenges in our markets around the world on behalf of our 50 million global users."
“Working with Pragmatic Policy Group on our first of its kind Economic Impact Report was an exceptional experience. From the outset, you went above and beyond to understand who we are, what we do, and the unique support we provide. In a space that is often misunderstood, it was refreshing and reassuring to work with a team that genuinely valued the time needed to get to know us. Your incredible care and dedication meant the final report not only met our needs but absolutely exceeded our expectations, truly delivering a powerful piece of work that will drive real change and support our organisation's mission well into the future. Thank you for what you have given to Motherless Daughters”
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Simple Explanations
We simplify complex regulation into metrics our clients and policymakers can easily understand.
Business Success
Business Success
We translate policy challenges into business success with a focus on delivering positive ROI.
Data-Driven Decisions
Data-Driven Decisions
Businesses make data-driven decisions. Policy should be no exception.
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What Our Clients Say
I'd recommend Pragmatic Policy Group to any company that wants to innovate fast while shaping a new regulatory landscape. Oliver helped Lyft develop smart regulation on everything from the Future of Work to Electric Vehicles. He helped us engage with policymakers and community groups to develop and pass new laws which protected the $61 billion rideshare industry and were strongly supported by 76% of rideshare and delivery drivers.
Oliver's contributions to the national economy and community were nothing short of remarkable during his time advising the Australian Government. He delivered critical reforms to the $3.8 trillion banking system following the 2008 financial crisis. Oliver's work has left a lasting legacy, securing a stronger and more prosperous future for the nation and its communities. Pragmatic Policy Group is a valuable thought partner for governments as they think through how to regulate the most innovative and disruptive industries in their economies
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