Panel Discussion
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Hear from panellists Kevin Jenkins, Rachel Farrant and Brad Olsen on how they got their governance start.
The First Break panel discussion and networking event is designed for those in the early stages of their governance journey. Whether you're planning your first move or actively building your portfolio, this event offers practical steps, tips and insights to help you take the next step.
Our panellists will share how they transitioned into governance, built their board portfolios, and leveraged opportunities through the IoD and other professional learning. They'll also discuss sector-specific trends and how the principles of good governance are applied in practice.
The panel discussion will be followed by networking over drinks and canapés—an opportunity to connect with senior directors and peers in your governance community.
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Kevin Jenkins is a professional director and commentator. He chairs the Real Estate Institute of NZ, the NZ Qualifications Authority, and the Cheese Wheel.
He is a Director of Harrison Grierson, Accessible Properties, WorkSafe, and the Building Research Association of NZ.
He chairs three risk and assurance committees and is a member of a fourth, and it’s a Trustee of two trusts proving professional development.
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Rachel Farrant is a partner at BDO Wellington Ltd and has over 25 years’ experience in chartered accountancy and business advisory services.
She currently holds the following governance roles: Chairperson: The Property Group Limited, Director: Skellerup Group Limited, Papa Rererangi i Puketapu Limited (New Plymouth Airport), Director and Audit Committee Chair: Fairway Resolution Limited.
Rachel is a member of the IoD Wellington Branch Committee.
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Brad Olsen is the Chief Executive and Principal Economist at Info metrics and is one of New Zealand’s leading economic commentators. He is also a board member of Business Central, and member of the Institute of Directors, Global Shapers Community Wellington Hub, the Asia New Zealand Foundation Leadership Network, the Wellington District Licensing Committee, volunteers with Take10, is a marriage and civil union celebrant, and was formerly a member of the Wellington City Youth Council.
Brad is also a community leader and is one of New Zealand’s youngest Justices of the Peace.
His work in the community has been recognised a number of times: he was named New Zealand’s Queen’s Young Leader in 2016, one of Asia New Zealand Foundation’s 25 to Watch in 2019, and Young Wellingtonian of the Year 2020.
As a young person, Brad brings a different perspective to key opportunities and challenges that New Zealand faces and is keen to unlock more potential across businesses and communities. Emerging trends continue to accelerate the pace of change across the world and in New Zealand,and Brad focuses on understanding these trends as they evolve and highlighting way to enhance outcomes for local communities.
He regularly presents to boards, senior leadership, stakeholders, and key decision makers across New Zealand about key economic trends. Brad is a skilled communicator and leader, and works to inform key decision makers and the wider public about emerging and changing trends and getting useful and understandable insights to a wide range of groups.
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.
Jill Dawson
Wellington Branch Manager
+64 27 278 8814
+64 4 470 2673
jill.dawson@iod.org.nz
The Wellington branch acknowledges the generous support of
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The East Coast region also thank
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The Manawatu region also thank
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Members — $55.00
Non-members — $100.00
