A watchful eye: John Ryan on challenges in public sector governance

Webcast

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Speaker(s): John Ryan
Date: 12:30pm — 1:30pm, 5 September 2025
Venue: Online
Location: Online
Price: $30.00 incl GST

Overview

Launching the IoD NZ Public Sector Governance Shared Interest Group, this must-attend webinar brings together Judene Edgar and John Ryan, New Zealand’s Auditor-General for the past seven years, to unpack the art and science of governing for the public good.

From the corridors of central government to the council chambers of local authorities, John offers candid reflections on the board’s role in safeguarding integrity, managing risk and driving high-performance cultures.

Whether you’re a seasoned director or newly appointed to a Crown entity or Council Controlled (Trading) Organisation, this session will equip you with fresh perspectives and practical take-aways to enhance accountability and resilience in your organisation.

This webinar will set the scene for future events for the IoD’s Public Sector Governance Shared Interest Group.

John Ryan

The twentieth Auditor-General of New Zealand, John Ryan started his term as Auditor-General on 2 July 2018 and concluded on 02 July 2025.

An accountant and Fellow of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, John has had a long and successful career in New Zealand’s public practice, private and public sectors.

John has also contributed widely to his community and the arts sector in particular. Before his appointment, he was a board member of the Royal New Zealand Ballet, the New Zealand Festival, and the Wellington Jazz Festival.

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