Rod Mapstone OLY

Associate Director Stakeholder Engagement

Rod Mapstone OLY is an accomplished corporate affairs professional with more than 20 years’ experience working with organisations operating in complex, highly regulated sectors. He specialises in stakeholder engagement, social performance, and strategic communications, helping clients navigate social, regulatory, and reputational risks to enable confident decision-making and effective project delivery.

Known for his pragmatic and collaborative approach, Rod works closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver clear, fit-for-purpose engagement and communications strategies that align organisational objectives with community expectations and regulatory requirements.

Prior to joining ReGen Strategic, Rod held senior leadership roles with organisations including South32, Chevron, Wesfarmers and St Vincent de Paul. His experience spans the full project lifecycle from approvals through to construction, operations and incident response.

Rod brings a strong focus on transparency, relationship building, and practical outcomes. He supports clients and communities to identify pathways forward that are respectful, balanced, and deliver enduring value.

An elite athlete who represented Australia at the Olympic Games and World Athletics Championships, Rod brings the same discipline, resilience, and commitment to his professional practice. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Psychology) from Edith Cowan University, supported by formal governance training.