North Otago directors’ coffee catch-up

Networking

Speaker(s): Clare Kearney
Date: 10:00am — 11:30am, 25 February 2026
Venue: Oamaru Opera House
Location: 94 Thames Street, Oamaru, 9400
Price members: $0.00 incl GST
Price non-members: $25.00 incl GST

Overview

Start 2026 by connecting with fellow directors in the North Otago region at this informal morning tea event.

Hosted by senior director and committee member Clare Kearney, local director Jo Hay, and Branch Manager Michelle Branford, this is a chance to network with others in the local governance community, share experiences, and hear more about the Institute of Directors, including our development programmes and the chartered pathway.

There will also be a short, informal Ask Me Anything–style session with Clare and Jo – bring your questions and insights.

Whether you're an experienced director or just starting out, we’d love to see you there. This free event is open to IoD members and non-members alike – all are welcome.

Clare Kearney

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Clare has a background in agriculture. She has had a 30 + year involvement in governance, starting, as many do, with a school board of trustees.

Based in Oamaru, Clare has held positions on a variety of boards, including Chair of Network Waitaki and Sport Otago, President and Chair of the New Zealand Alpine Club. Currently, she is on the board of the Observatory Village Group and has just stepped down from SouthPort.

Clare welcomes the opportunity to join the Otago Southland Branch Committee and support the professional organisation that has provided her with so much.

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.