About Us
DATA + INSIGHT = METAKNOWLEDGE
Metaknowledge is critical as enterprise and geospatial systems become more complex and interconnected. Semantic layers and knowledge graphs create a framework for knowledge discovery, AI explainability, interoperability, context-aware analytics, and spatial intelligence – transforming raw data into an intelligent ecosystem for both human & AI-driven decision-making.
OUR STORY
Good luck charm
SURROUND was the name of the family horse that the McCuskers owned. This good luck charm was how the company got its name. However when it comes to the work we do, there’s nothing left to chance. Its always talent, training, and effort not luck that wins the day.
Meet Our Team
The SURROUND Australia team is experienced in solving complex problems in the geospatial, environmental, land management and defense domains. We have over eight years of data science R&D expertise and we are comprised of world leading data complexity theory experts, data architects, analysts, software engineers, and other data management specialties and disciplines.
Dr. Bradley McCusker
Founder / Director and CEO
Brad is the founder of SURROUND and the knowledge practice lead. He is a domain expert in complexity and is an adjunct professor at the University of Canberra. Brad was a leader at IBM Australia.
A. Prof. Rosetta Romano
Board Advisor
Dr. Rosetta Romano is an award-winning researcher and cyber security expert specialising in knowledge graphs, ethical AI, and technology-facilitated domestic abuse solutions.
Brian Lee‑Archer
Board Advisor
Brian Lee-Archer is a digital transformation and public sector advisor, specialising in social security, service delivery, AI, and governance across global government and technology sectors.
Prof. Ghassan Beydoun
Board Advisor
Rob Atkinson
Chief Ontologist & Knowledge Architect
Michael D’Aprix
Environmental Consultant
Simon Thompson
Lead Business Analyst
Jason Errey
Ground Modeling Scientist
Nikhil Ferreira
Director Sales & Marketing
Mark Ratjens
Prompt Software Engineer
Our Clients
Our Partnerships
Unified Geospatial Intelligence Platform
Decarbonisation Lab
High Performance Semantic Lab
Next Generation Spatial Cadastre (NGSC)
Our Solutions Across Various Industries And Applications
Mining Data Management
Infrastructure Data Management
Land Information Systems
Smart Cities
Agritech Data Management
Mining Data Management
Infrastructure Data Management
Land Information Systems
Smart Cities
Agritech Data Management
Mining Data Management
Infrastructure Data Management
Land Information Systems
Smart Cities
Agritech Data Management
Mining Data Management
Infrastructure Data Management
Land Information Systems
Smart Cities
Agritech Data Management
Research
SURROUND is an R&D led, A.I. and data solutions company
We are very proud to be collaborate with Australiaʼs leading research universities. We are constantly innovating and enriching our solutions and strengthening our product IP. Our PHD student program engages both students and faculty on cutting edge new projects such as a new framework for interoperability, indigenous learning, Scope 3 carbon emissions and a unique co-designed decarbonization lab.
SURROUND
Careers
At SURROUND we believe in pushing the boundaries of whats possible, known and unknown. Our vision is to leverage new and emerging technology to usher in meaningful change and help our clients solve some of the most challenging problems of our time. If this is a mission that interests you please give us a call. Weʼd love to hear from you.