I have 20 years of experience in Governance and business advisory roles. Whether fulfilling the role of Board member or Chairman I primarily act as an Independent Director. Prior to that I held senior executive roles, serving the last 6 years to 2001 as a CEO of company than had business activities in NZ, AU & Asia.This allows me to bring a range of skills, strengths and personal style to the boards on which I serve:Real life experience – I have been involved in many businesses in a wide variety of sectors. Learning how each has dealt with adversity, managed risk and taken opportunities has given me a store of transferrable knowledge.Big picture thinking – understanding that there is always a new challenge on the horizon and being open to dealing with whatever arises.Objectivity – committed to learning about the business but bringing a fresh perspective to how operations are conducted.Agility – able to weight factors and cope with variables. I can balance the needs of shareholders with the right outcome for the business.Open – I can challenge, am comfortable being challenged, to listen and to change my view.Style – I have a considered calm style. I believe warmth and empathy have a place in the boardroom but that it is essential the clear decisions are made and clearly conveyed.Relevant Experience:- Leadership roles: Management to CEO- Governance - Business advisory- Mentoring individuals (corporate/personal)- Not for profits- Lifeline counsellor volunteer & trainer Governance ExperienceCurrentBabbage Consultants Ltd I Chairman TOBA Projects Ltd I Chairman University Bookshop Ltd I Chairman Tarpaulin Makers (BOP) Ltd I Investor/Director Burkert NZ Ltd I NZ based Director Governance ExperienceHistoricGreenstone Group Ltd I Executive Chairman Plumbing Plus Waikato I Chairman - Plumbing Plus Waikato I Advisory Chairman Academic Colleges Group Ltd I Director/Chairman Retail Knowledge & T C PTYI Chairman/InvestorNot for profitCurrentNEXT Foundation