Workshop
2
CPD
Step into the boardroom and test your judgement in a live governance simulation designed for young and emerging directors.
This practical, high-energy session places you in the role of a board facing a complex and fast-moving crisis.
Working in small groups, you will take on board roles to set direction, define risk appetite, and respond to escalating external pressure. As the situation evolves in real time, the simulation will test your ability to balance commercial realities with fairness, reputation, and long-term impact.
Led by experienced director and facilitator, Ross Buckley CMInstD, the session will also include a structured debrief to reflect on governance discipline, decision-making, and board and CEO dynamics under pressure.
This event is particularly suited to emerging directors looking to build confidence, sharpen their governance thinking, and gain practical experience in a safe but challenging environment.
Join us to strengthen your governance practice, expand your network, and experience the realities of the boardroom in action.
CMInstD
Ross began his professional governance career in October 2020 after retiring from KPMG, where he was executive chair of the New Zealand firm from 2011 to 2020. Ross joined KPMG in Wellington in 1983 and held a variety of roles in New Zealand and overseas including serving as a board member of KPMG Asia Pacific and a member of KPMG’s Global Council.
Ross is an independent board director of ASB Bank, he chairs the Audit Committee and is a member of ASB’s Appointment and Remuneration, and Risk Committees. He is also the independent chair of Service Foods and a member of Massey University’s Council and chairs their Finance and Assurance Committee. Ross is an independent director at Investore Property Limited and independent director at Stride Property Group and chairs the Audit and Risk Committee. Ross is also a member of the Audit Oversight Committee at Financial Markets Authority.
Ross has a BBS (Massey University) and is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) and Fellow Certified Practising Accountant (FCPA). Ross is a Chartered Member of the IoD and was appointed Chair of the Board in June 2023.
Should you have any 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.
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.
Litia Brighouse-Fuavao
Diversity Programmes Manager
+64 274 447 371
Litia.Brighouse-Fuavao@iod.org.nz
Members — $30.00
Non-members — $40.00
