Why independent chairs matter for water governance
Independent chairs bring expertise and impartiality to in-house water business units, strengthening governance and public trust.
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Join us to hear from experienced chair Greg Barclay about what defines a high-performing chair in today’s evolving governance landscape.
The role of the chair has never been more demanding. As boards face increased scrutiny and navigate complex challenges, chairs are expected to lead with a strategic mindset and adapt to new realities. Those challenges relate to all the IoD’s ‘Top five issues for directors for 2025’, and more.
Join us for a compelling session with Greg Barclay—lawyer, governance professional, and experienced board leader—who brings deep insight from across commercial, legal, and sporting sectors.
In this session, Greg will share practical insights into what makes a chair truly effective, covering leadership dynamics, boardroom culture, and driving performance from the top.
As a founding partner of Claymore Partners, Greg blends strategic leadership with commercial acumen, and has chaired a range of organisations including Smartpay, Pacific Forest Products, and Boffa Miskell.
This is an invaluable opportunity for current and aspiring chairs to hear first-hand from one of New Zealand’s most experienced governance leaders.
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Greg Barclay is a lawyer and governance professional with extensive experience across commercial, legal, and sports sectors. He currently serves on the Risk, Investment and Audit Committee of the NZ Rugby Board. Greg is the former Chair of New Zealand Cricket and the International Cricket Council (ICC).
A founding partner of Claymore Partners, a specialist commercial advisory firm, Greg has built a career combining strategic leadership and business acumen.
He currently serves as Chair of several organisations, including Smartpay, Pacific Forest Products, and Boffa Miskell, where he has driven growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
Greg is a Chartered Member of the New Zealand Institute of Directors.
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Jill Dawson
Wellington Branch Manager
+64 27 278 8814
+64 4 470 2673
jill.dawson@iod.org.nz
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Members — $45.00
Non-members — $80.00