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Join our next Young Directors’ Mentor Circle as we explore the difference between credentials and contribution.
As young and emerging directors, much of the conversation around governance centres on being “board-ready” - building CVs, completing governance courses, and seeking that first appointment. But once you are at the table, a different question emerges: how do you ensure you are board-useful?
This Mentor Circle invites participants to shift the focus from readiness to contribution. Through small-group, facilitated discussion in a confidential setting, we will explore what it truly means to add value in the boardroom.
Our YDN Mentor Circles offer an opportunity to connect with other aspiring directors across the motu, share experiences and hear insights to help you grow as a purpose-driven leader.
Come prepared to be an active participant, ask questions and contribute your perspectives throughout the session.
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Franky is the Head of Asia Business Activation for the Bank of New Zealand. He significantly contributes to the development and execution of the BNZ Asia Strategy, an enterprises-wide national role, from the consumer & partners to SME divisions as well as corporate and institutional banking.
Other than banking, Franky volunteers with Cure Kids as the first and only Asian Special Advocate tasked with promoting the Cure Kids brand in the Asian community in New Zealand.
Franky also sits on the Board of New Zealand Asian Leaders, Basketball Development Trust and the Board of Kāhui Tū Kaha that is part of Ngāti Whātua. Franky is also an ICE Angel Investor growing start-up business in New Zealand.
Franky is currently sitting on the Institute of Directors (IoD) Auckland branch committee. He was a mentee of the IoD Mentoring for Diversity programme in 2019 and recently completed his IoD Company Director Course.
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Amy Cavanaugh started her governance career five years ago when she was appointed Independent Director at a boutique investment fund. Having worked in financial services for over ten years and holding an executive position at insurance and finance companies, taking on a governance role was the next step up. She is now on the board for two Not-for-profit organisations and is Head of Transformation - Corporate Trustee Services at Public Trust.
With a career aspiration to lead New Zealand organisations to make a difference for businesses and communities in Aotearoa, Amy continues to work studiously to create opportunities for herself and others to be successful.
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Jonathan is a board member of the Te Whangai Trust, an enterprise founded on a SEEC quadruple-bottom line model. Over the last 15 years the Trust has given chronically unemployed and at-risk youth and adults the tools and support to achieve sustainable employment.
Jonathan is passionate about building sustainable communities and investing to achieve broader outcomes. He is a chartered environmental engineer with a focus in flood risk and stormwater management and is a Chartered Member of the IoD.
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Amanda is a qualified financial adviser and Director at SFS Private Wealth, known for integrating her strong governance expertise with a values-driven approach to investing. Her work is grounded in structured giving, long-term legacy planning, and creating meaningful intergenerational impact.
Amanda was a recipient of the Institute of Directors Emerging Director Award 2025 and recognised in the 40 under 40 Asians in Business New Zealand list for her leadership in strengthening the resilience and inclusivity of New Zealand’s business ecosystem.
She is a proud Cantabrian, and currently on the board of Oxford Charity Health Limited, a board intern of Canterbury Scientific and the Institute of Directors (IoD) Canterbury branch committee.
Litia Brighouse-Fuavao
Diversity Programmes Manager
+64 274 447 371
Litia.Brighouse-Fuavao@iod.org.nz
The Institute of Directors acknowledges the generous support of national partners and sponsors
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