The newly formed Bioeconomy Science Institute, which brings together AgResearch, Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research, Plant & Food Research and Scion into a single organisation, has appointed the first two
Ngāi Tahu Holdings has welcomed prominent New Zealand business executive Neal Barclay to its board, as the iwi-owned company continues to grow and expand. The organisation says Barclay is a
First Security, a security provider with more than 30 branches nationwide, has appointed Sara Norrie as its new CEO.
Meridian Energy has appointed Rory Blundell to the newly created role of general manager, strategy and portfolio. He was previously the firm’s group strategy manager. Meridian says he brings more
Construction company Leighs has announced André Lovatt as its new chief executive, effective 23 June 2025. He replaces Gary Walker who has resigned to spend more time with his family
Chartered accountant and experienced director Laurissa Cooney and Rabobank New Zealand CEO Todd Charteris have been appointed to the board of Rabobank New Zealand. The bank’s chair, Chris Black says
Fergus, a job management software provider for the trade industry in Australia and New Zealand, has announced the appointment of Ben Gracewood as Vice President of Engineering, based in Auckland.
Xero has appointed Jeff Ryan as its Chief People Officer, to replace Nicole Reid, who has decided to leave Xero after six years. Ryan will be responsible for leading Xero’s people
Kordia’s board has appointed Neil Livingston as chief executive officer of the Kordia Group. He previously served as an independent director on the Kordia board and has held the role
HP Inc. has announced the appointment of Shannon Harris as managing director for HP New Zealand, effective February 2025. The company says in a statement that with more than 25
Two new members have been welcomed to the Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) board following the organisation’s AGM. BEIA, which is the official membership-based association of New Zealand’s business events
Phoenix Recycling Group has appointed Phil Hand as its new chief executive officer. The company says Hand brings a wealth of knowledge from New Zealand and Australia’s manufacturing and primary
Randstad has appointed its general manager of Randstad Digital, Sarah Bills, as the new Country Director for Randstad New Zealand. Bills joined Randstad New Zealand in 2022, following the acquisition
Christchurch Airport has announced the appointment of Meg Matthews to its board of directors. The airport says Matthews brings more than 20 years of senior management experience across key business areas, including
Rabobank New Zealand has announced Angelique Meddeler, Rabobank’s global chief compliance officer, has joined its board. Rabbobank NZ chair Chris Black says in a statement that Meddeler’s extensive experience in
Can manufacturer Recorp has appointed Bruce Parton as its inaugural CEO, as the company prepares for its “state-of-the-art” South Auckland facility.
NZ farmer-and-grower-owned co-operative Ballance Agri-Nutrients has announced the appointment of Joanne Mahon as its new general manager of external relations.
Beverage manufacturer, Suntory Beverage & Food Oceania (formerly known as Frucor Suntory) has appointed Brad Erceg as Chief Commercial Officer, as the company works towards the launch of its new
The Financial Markets Authority – Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko – has appointed Louise Unger to join its executive leadership team as executive director for response and enforcement. The authority says
Global wealth management platform, FNZ, has appointed Jeremy Graham as Chief Executive Officer of New Zealand, and Aroha Steele as the country’s Chief Operating Officer. The company says in a
