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Keen to step up in governance? Get honest advice from those who’ve been where you are.
Back by popular demand, this 2025 session builds on the success of last year’s event – continuing the conversation and expanding the insights for those looking to grow their governance careers.
Chaired by Jeffrey Broughton, this relaxed panel discussion features local governors Rachel McLauchlan, Tony Allison and Kate Keddell – each sharing their personal journeys, lessons learned, and the steps that helped them progress in governance.
Jeffrey, Tony and Kate are all past Emerging Director Award recipients, and Kate is also a 2025 Mentoring for Diversity mentee – offering a unique perspective on early-stage development and support for aspiring directors.
Whether you're just starting out or exploring your next step, this session will offer practical advice, honest reflections, and tips to help you navigate your path.
We’ll also share key details about the 2025 Emerging Director Award – including who’s eligible, how it works, and how to put your best foot forward. Applications open 14 July and close 11 August 2025.
This event is complimentary for IoD members and non-members.
Thank you to branch sponsor Anderson Lloyd for hosting this event.
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Jeff is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors based in Dunedin. A Chartered Accountant by trad, he is an Associate Partner at Findex specialising in strategy development and performance improvement.
Jeff’s governance career has been building over the past decade. Highlights include the Institute of Directors Otago Southland Emerging Director Award in 2017 and a future director position with Ngāi Tahu Holdings from 2017-2019. His current roles include Sport Otago, Kati Huirapa Runaka ki Puketeraki, and Adventure Development Limited. He also holds multiple advisory board positions with privately held companies.
Jeff completed the Company Directors' Course in 2017 and has completed a number of the IoD training courses over the past five years.
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Rachel is a Chartered Accountant who has worked in practice and industry in Auckland, London, and Dunedin for over 25 years. Currently in public practice at REM Financial Consultancy Limited, she previously held senior roles at a US-listed company in London and KPMG in Auckland.
Since returning to Dunedin at the end of 2010, Rachel has developed a strong interest in governance across various sectors, including property, FMCG, manufacturing, technology, and education. Rachel is currently on the boards of Otago Innovation Limited, Hillcrest Properties Limited, Columba College Board of Governors, is a trustee for the Transition to Work Trust, and has previously served on the board of Whitestone Cheese Limited.
A Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors, Rachel has completed the Company Directors' Course and the Regional Director Development Programme. As an active member and committee member of the IoD Otago Southland Branch, she regularly participates in governance events and has attended the national IoD leadership conferences since 2013.
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Tony is an experienced director and executive with demonstrated success working across a wide range of industries. He brings expertise in strategy, finance, business planning, systems, and business management.
Tony is currently the Managing Director of Smiths City Finance, chair of Larnach Castle and Mason & Wales, and a director of Pioneer Finance Group. He is the former chair of Otago Polytechnic, Dunedin International Airport Ltd and MHC, and has previously served as a director of Delta, City Forests Ltd and Smith City Group.
A Chartered Accountant and Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors, Tony holds degrees in Accounting and Political Studies from the University of Otago.
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Kate is a qualified mediator and workplace investigator who practised as a commercial lawyer for nearly two decades. Since being the student rep on her high school board last century, Kate has had an interest in governance across a range of sectors, including her professional membership body, education and the seafood industry.
Kate was the Otago Southland Emerging Director in 2019 and on the inaugural Dunedin City intern directors programme. Coming out of a hiatus from governance, Kate is part of this year's Mentoring for Diversity programme.
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.
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.
Michelle Branford
Otago Southland Branch Manager
+64 20 4183 5664
michelle.branford@iod.org.nz
The Otago Southland Branch acknowledges the generous support of
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