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Start 2026 with the insights and connections to lead with confidence, at IoD and KPMG’s flagship Boardroom priorities 2026 event.
Overview
Set the governance agenda for 2026: join our boardroom priorities event
Start your year with the insights and connections you need to lead confidently in 2026. The IoD and KPMG invite you to our flagship event: ‘Boardroom priorities 2026: governance, digital transformation, technology oversight and the director’s agenda’.
This national event explores the Top 5 issues shaping directorship in 2026, as identified in the IoD’s Director Sentiment Survey – already generating conversation and action across boardrooms in Aotearoa New Zealand. Join a panel of experienced directors and industry experts as they share practical strategies for responding to these priorities, with a focus on digital transformation, technology oversight, managing risk and driving boardroom effectiveness.
What to expect:
Timely insights on the Top 5 issues directors are focusing on in 2026
Real-world insights from directors addressing these challenges
Practical guidance on AI, digital strategy and governance in action
Interactive panel discussion, facilitated by Guy Beatson, GM of the IoD’s Governance Leadership Centre, with leading voices from the IoD community
Q&A and networking with your peers.
The following articles will be useful background reading ahead of this session:
Top 5 issues for directors in 2026: are you ready?
CEO Outlook 2025 | KPMG NZ
Trust, attitudes and use of artificial intelligence | KPMG NZ
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Guy is an experienced leader with governance and leadership expertise across public, private and not-for-profit sectors in New Zealand and internationally. As General Manager of the Governance Leadership Centre and Registrar at the IoD, he leads the organisation’s research, advocacy, policy agenda and governance support for directors and boards.
Guy is Chair of Youthline Wellington, a trustee and board member of Youthline Auckland, Chair of the Youthline National Helpline National Chairs Forum, and a trustee of Youth Search and Rescue.
His previous senior roles include Deputy Chief Executive, Strategy and Organisation Performance at Te Puni Kōkiri, and Deputy Secretary Natural Resources Policy at the Ministry for the Environment. He has also worked as a consultant, supporting senior executives across a wide range of assignments.
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Vic is a highly accomplished professional with over 30 years of experience across a range of industries, including Telecommunications, IT, Financial Services, and Energy. Leveraging a Master's degree in Commerce and Administration, she has cultivated strong executive and Director-level expertise. She is passionate about transforming and growing organisations, future-proofing them for the ever-changing landscape we face and has worked across fast growing startups to large corporations, government and NFPs. Vic's proven track record reflects a deep understanding of technology, finance, and operational excellence. She's currently Director of ASB, Chitogel, Figure NZ and Chair of Variety, the Children's Charity.
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Philip leads KPMG Cyber and has over 30 years' practical experience in the provision of cyber security consultancy services within New Zealand and through-out the wider Asia Pacific region. His detailed cyber security knowledge and skills is complemented by his wider consulting, IT operations and accounting background, which assists him in understanding the business issues related to IT and cyber security, and the development of practical solutions to issues. He sits on the boards and steering committees for a range of related professional and industry bodies and received the New Zealand Cyber Security Person of the Year award in late 2023.
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Alec is a Chartered Environmentalist and Fellow of the Institute of Environmental and Sustainability Professionals, with a career dedicated to tackling sustainability challenges across academia, business, and the public sector. He is a Partner with KPMG New Zealand, leading its Sustainability, Climate and ESG practice, lectures on sustainable business at AUT, and sits on the External Reporting Board’s Sustainability Reporting Committee, as well as the Queenstown Lakes District Council’s Climate Reference Group and the Chapter Zero New Zealand Steering Committee.
Alec is skilled in identifying sustainability risks and delivering strategic and operational solutions. He has led multi-disciplinary teams, driven by shared values and purpose, and has worked on everything from regional climate and wellbeing strategies to targeted interventions with measurable impact. His diverse experience enables him to bridge strategic insight with practical understanding of complex organisations, supported by strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills essential for driving enduring sustainability change.
Should you have any dietary, mobility, cultural or other requirements, you can let us know on the registration form.
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Regrettably, registration fees cannot be refunded when cancellations are received within two working days prior to any event. See our standard terms and conditions for more information.
Amy McNicol
National Sponsorship and Events Manager
+64 27 207 2592
Amy.McNicol@iod.org.nz
Members — $30.00
Non-members — $75.00
