About Us

You know your story.
We help you tell it.

We fuse storytelling, visual communication, and strategic thinking to craft messaging and identities that resonate with integrity and spark genuine engagement.

Today’s leading organisations understand the power of a compelling narrative. They’re using focused written and visual storytelling to build communities, connect with purpose, drive reform, secure funding, and meet compliance with clarity and confidence.

At COGO, we work closely with clients to uncover their unique voice, shape their message, and deliver creative solutions that bring their story to life—strategically and authentically

Backed by experience across government, non-government, not-for-profit, and private sectors, our team delivers communications, branding, and advocacy assets that drive meaningful engagement and sustainable growth, where it matters most.

Our Team Leaders

  • Kirsten Lloyd

    B. Journalism RMITU

    DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS

    With over thirty years’ experience working as a journalist, editor, communications specialist and media advisor, Kirsten has developed and directed communications across several sectors, including federal and state politics, economic development and retail, tourism, entertainment and hospitality, environmental sustainability and horticulture, and education and community services. With a love for storytelling, she is also a freelance writer and editor of a lifestyle magazine.

    Kirsten is passionate about supporting initiatives that give people in regional Australia a voice.

  • Claire Thorpe

    B. Visual Arts Graphic Design LaTrobe University

    DIRECTOR OF VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS

    Claire has over 25 years’ experience creating marketing and brand solutions in both the public and private sector. She is a skilled photographer and visual artist with a passion for design that bridges the gap between intent and engagement.

    Claire has worked in the art department of a large regional newspaper, and as part of the graphic design team for La Trobe University and she is constantly seeking innovative ways to create visual communications with impact.

Our Brand

Our name: It has its roots in Latin: cogo - to lead, to drive, to collect, to gather together, to assemble.

Our logo: Birds are nature’s communicators — they sing, signal, and soar with creativity. Our logo draws inspiration from these feathered messengers. It features two birds (just like us) — one carrying a flower, the other seeds — symbolising how we bring different ideas together to grow something meaningful.

It’s a little nod to nature, a lot about connection and 100% COGO.

Our Values

Collaboration

We believe that teamwork is essential to achieving our goals and yours.

Curiosity

Inquisitive minds make our work fun, turning every day into a learning opportunity.

Connection

We build trusted relationships based on mutual respect.

Innovation

We try new things, explore new ideas and push the boundaries.

Integrity

We are committed to honesty, transparency, and accountability.

Inclusive

We foster a sense of belonging, acceptance and empowerment.