Meet the Champions

Meet the Champions for Change below and read about their commitment to leading change in Diversity Equity and Inclusion.

AIA New Zealand Limited

Nick Stanhope, CE

“...innovative through diversity of thinking and perspectives and creating a workplace where our people thrive."

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Air New Zealand

Greg Foran, CE

“We pride ourselves on allowing every individual to be themselves and thrive... ko au ko koe, ko koe ko au (I am you, you are me)."

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ANZ

Antonia Watson, CE

“… we will maintain our momentum towards a workforce more representative of modern Aotearoa NZ.”

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ASB Bank

Vittoria Short, CE

"...to foster and encourage a culture of inclusion and diversity."

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Auckland International
Airport Limited

Carrie Hurihanganui, CE

“…creating a sense of place where everyone can thrive.”

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Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Fiona McTavish, CE

“…significantly reduced our gender pay gap over the past four years.”

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BNZ

Dan Huggins, CE

“We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace, that is representative of New Zealand’s rich cultural, ethnic and gender diversity…our aim is to attract, retain and promote diverse talent to ensure we’re reflecting the communities we are proud to serve.”

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Buddle Findlay

Jennifer Caldwell, Partner

“We know that a diverse workforce will increase our activity…”

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Chorus

JB Rousselot, CE

“…a fair, inclusive and equitable culture where differences are our strengths, we connect on shared values and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.”

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Contact Energy

Mike Fuge, CE

“…inclusive workplace where diversity in all forms is valued.”

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Craigs Investment Partners

Simon Tong, CE

“We are committed to our company values which promote a workplace where employees are equal, feel a sense of belonging and valued in the role they play.”

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Deloitte New Zealand

Mike Horne, CE

“Our commitment to inclusion and diversity across our business is unwavering.”

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EY New Zealand

Simon O'Connor, NZ Managing Partner

“…our aim is to achieve more equitable outcomes.”

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FCB Aotearoa

Paul Wilson and Sean Keaney, Co-CE’s

“… celebrating and honouring each other’s differences.”

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Fisher & Paykel Appliances

Daniel Witten-Hannah, CE

"…committed to leading positive change in gender and cultural diversity."

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Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

Scott St John, Chairperson

“…our words and actions today impact future generations.”

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Fletcher Building

Ross Taylor, CE

“We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where our people feel they belong and can thrive.”

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Fonterra Group Co-op Ltd NZ

Miles Hurrell, CE

“You, Me, Us Together – Tātou, Tātou means everyone can be themselves and at their best"

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Genesis Energy

Malcolm Johns, CE

“…building a diverse workforce, embracing equity and being intentional about inclusion.”

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Goodman Property
Services (NZ) Limited

James Spence, CE

“We believe that a diverse and inclusive team creates a vibrant work culture with a rich mix of views and ideas.”

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HAYS

Adam Shapley, Managing Director

“…we are committed to an inclusive and equitable workplace where our people have a strong sense of belonging and diversity thrives.”

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IAG New Zealand

Amanda Whiting, CE

“Normalising flexibility...helps to remove barriers for people from all backgrounds.”

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IBM New Zealand

Shannon Harris, Managing Director and Technology Leader

“Diversity and inclusion is the fabric that has progressively served IBM purpose to make the world a better place.”

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KiwiRail

Peter Reidy, CE

“…creating a place where all our people can grow and feel they belong.”

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KPMG New Zealand

Matt Prichard, Executive Chair

“Tackling the hard stuff.”

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Mercury NZ

Vince Hawksworth, CE

“…so our people can bring their best selves to work.”

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Meridian Energy

Neal Barclay, CE

“…we’re committed to creating a workplace that is representative of the communities we live and operate in, and a place that allows our people to thrive.”

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MinterEllisonRuddWatts

Andrew Poole, CE

"...the real measure of an organisation is its culture.”

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MSL ANZ (Publicis Groupe)

Skye Lambley, CE

“Inclusivity is our superpower to creatively unlocking the best ways to tell the stories on behalf of our clients.”

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New Zealand Institute
of Economic Research

Jason Shoebridge, CE

“Issues of inclusion, diversity and equity have economic impacts on New Zealand.”

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NZ Post

David Walsh, CE

“Our values underpin a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion…”

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NZ Rugby

Mark Robinson, CE

"...thriving people at all levels help make rugby a welcoming and positive space for all."

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NZX

Mark Peterson, CE

“We aim to lead by example.”

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One NZ

Jason Paris, CE

"…fostering a culture where everyone has the freedom to be themselves."

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Ports of Auckland

Roger Gray, CE

“We are committed to creating careers not just jobs by giving people a range of opportunities to grow and develop.”

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Powerco

James Kilty, CEO

"…we do our best when we bring our whole selves to work.”

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PwC New Zealand

Mark Averill, CE

“We embrace the diversity that our people bring to PwC and are committed to helping our people think, act and lead inclusively."

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Russell McVeagh

Jo Avenell, CE

“…supports and enables all of our people to thrive.”

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Saatchi & Saatchi New Zealand (Publicis Groupe)

Mark Cochrane, CE

“...diversity and equality are absolutely fundamental to our success as a business."

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Sky Network Television Limited

Sophie Moloney, CE

“…creating a safe and inclusive environment.”

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SkyCity Entertainment Group

Michael Ahearne, CE

“Our areas of focus over the next 12 months are to increase female and ethnicity representation in leadership roles and to close the gap with pay inequality.”

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Spark New Zealand

Jolie Hodson, CE

“Ko te whāinga kia hāpai te ahurea ahurei o Aotearoa whānui ki te ao, kia ngita – we are determined to uplift our unique culture of wider Aotearoa New Zealand to the world and secure it.”

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Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau | Auckland Council

Jim Stabback, Tumu Whakarae - CE

“…a senior leadership that more closely reflects Tāmaki Makaurau’s people and demography.”

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Te Tai Ōhanga | The Treasury

Caralee McLeish, CE

"...leveraging the diverse skillsets and experiences of all our people.”

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Te Taurapa Tūhono | New Zealand Trade and Enterprise

Peter Chrisp, CE

“… commitment to diversity makes our global team stronger…”

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Toyota New Zealand

Neeraj Lala, CE

"…creating an environment where all our staff can be the best version of themselves.”

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Transpower New Zealand

Alison Andrew, CE

“...we are committed to increasing female representation.”

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VideoTaxi

Isobell Kerr-Newell, CE

“Innovation is fuelled by the ability to think differently, and creativity thrives when there is a diversity of perspectives.”

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VISTA Group

Stuart Dickinson, Group CE

“Our people are at the heart of our ongoing success..."

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Westpac New Zealand

Catherine McGrath, CE

“… dedicated to driving progress both within our organisation and beyond, to create better futures together.”

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