Panel Discussion

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CPD

Governing for sustainable growth: Balancing mission and momentum

How do boards grow their organisation’s impact without losing sight of purpose?

Speaker(s)
Kate Morrison, Glenn Livingstone, Jonathan Love, Mandy Kennedy
Date
5:00pm — 7:00pm, 17 February 2026
Venue
The George
Location
50 Park Terrace, Christchurch Central City
Price members
$30.00 incl GST
Price non-members
$30.00 incl GST

Overview

For-purpose organisations face growing pressure to scale services, secure funding and meet rising community expectations - often with limited resources. This panel event explores how boards can support growth that is strategic, sustainable and values-aligned.

Join facilitator Kate Morrison CMInstD (The Gut Foundation) in conversation with:

  • Glenn Livingstone CMInstD, trustee (and former chair) of Rātā Foundation, chair of Epilepsy New Zealand
  • Jonathan Love MInstD, trustee at Kura Tāwhiti (formerly The Christchurch Foundation)
  • Mandy Kennedy, MInstD, CEO of Bone Marrow Cancer Trust   

Together, they’ll share practical insights on navigating risk, staying true to kaupapa, and supporting momentum through effective governance.

This session is for directors who are balancing ambition with accountability and want to grow impact without losing their why.

This event is kindly supported by:

Glenn Livingstone

CMInstD

Glenn is a life and governance coach with over 30 years of governance experience at civic, community, and commercial organisations. A long-time advocate for community-led development, he served as a Christchurch City Councillor for nine years following the Christchurch earthquakes. He is currently chair of Epilepsy New Zealand and a trustee (and former chair) of Rātā Foundation

In his spare time, Glenn has completed the Coast-to-Coast Endurance event ten times, run two marathons, multiple half-marathons, and competed in a range of events.

Jonathan Love

MInstD

Jonathan is a trustee at Kura Tāwhiti (formerly The Christchurch Foundation), contributing to community development and philanthropic initiatives within Christchurch.

With a background in media production and strategic initiatives, Jonathan is the founder and director of ASN Media, a global content studio specialising in documentary-style storytelling and strategic media production that drives industry engagement and impact.

Mandy Kennedy

MInstD

Mandy is a respected leader in the non-profit sector.  After two decades in leadership roles for some of New Zealand’s most recognised hotel brands, Mandy’s shift to the non-profit sector in 2013 signalled a desire to use her knowledge and expertise to make a positive impact on people and communities.  

Mandy was appointed CEO of the Bone Marrow Cancer Trust in 2022, having previously held Chief Executive roles at Ronald McDonald House South Island and the Queenstown Trails Trust

Kate Morrison

CMInstD

Prior to moving to New Zealand in 2014, Kate spent 20 years in investment banking in the UK, with Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank, where she held a variety of senior roles in the areas of financial risk management and structured financing.

Kate is now a professional director and sits on the boards of companies including The a2 Milk Company, Christchurch International Airport, Heartland Bank and Group and The New Zealand Merino Company. She is also a trustee for The Gut Foundation and chairs Link Engine Management (a privately-owned automotive technology company).

Additional information

Should you have any dietary, mobility, cultural or other requirements, you can let us know on the registration form.

By registering for this event, you are confirming that you agree to adhere to our event terms and conditions.

Branch event cancellation policy

Regrettably, registration fees cannot be refunded when cancellations are received within two working days prior to any branch event.  See our standard terms and conditions for more information.

Contact

Sharynn Johnson
Canterbury Branch Manager

+64 27 228 6069
canterbury.branch@iod.org.nz

Our sponsors

The Canterbury Branch acknowledges the generous support of

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  • Christchurch

    date
    17 Feb 2026

    Members — $30.00

    Non-members — $30.00