Brian Nicolls

• Market Director, Woolpert Asia-Pacific
• Woolpert Asia-Pacific

Brian Nicholls is the Asia-Pacific Market Director at Woolpert, a global leader in geospatial and digital solutions. With over 30 years of experience in the geospatial sector, Brian is recognised for his expertise in GIS, mapping, and C-level business management. He played a pivotal role in leading the negotiations for the acquisition of AAM by Woolpert, a process completed during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Brian is passionate about innovation and collaboration, driving Woolpert’s growth and expanding its project delivery across Australia, the Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Under his leadership, Woolpert has delivered major projects for government, defence, mining, energy, and infrastructure clients, leveraging the combined strengths and global reach of the Woolpert team.

He is also committed to developing career opportunities for staff, fostering a culture of learning and adaptability, and integrating best practices from Woolpert’s global operations. In addition to his role at Woolpert, Brian serves as Treasurer of the World Geospatial Industry Council (WGIC) for 2023–2025.