Chris Lamont is the NSW Small Business Commissioner, a role he has held since June 2020. Chris is an economist with extensive experience in both the public and private sectors, holding senior positions in federal, state and local governments. Through his work in policy development and advocacy, he has helped deliver major reforms and programs.

In the private sector, he has led large not-for-profit and commercial businesses across industries including construction, facilities management and health

Chris Lamont is the NSW Small Business Commissioner, a role he has held since June 2020. With a career spanning senior positions in both government and the private sector, Chris has extensive experience in business strategy, regulatory reform, and advocacy. His previous roles include General Manager of Capital Projects and Infrastructure at the City of Melbourne, Executive Director of Policy and Advocacy at the NSW Business Chamber, and Executive Director at Illawarra Business. As Commissioner, Chris leads efforts to support small business growth, reduce regulatory burdens, and provide dispute resolution services, working closely with government, industry, and business owners to foster a thriving small business community in New South Wales.