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Join our Young Directors Network event for a discussion and workshop outlining your first 90 days on a board.
Stepping into a first board role can be both exciting and daunting. The Learning Board is designed to help aspiring and early career directors build the confidence, capability and judgement needed to contribute effectively from day one.
This interactive session focuses on the practical realities of the boardroom. Through a panel discussion and facilitated workshop, participants will explore how to translate professional experience into governance value, understand expectations in a first term role, and navigate the critical first 90 days on a board.
Our speakers bring complementary perspectives, from emerging director experience through to seasoned governance leadership and mentoring. They will share candid insights on what Chairs look for, how new directors can add value early, and how to make the most of the IoD learning pathway.
Run in conjunction with our Young Directors Network Shared Interest Group, this is a supportive, hands-on session for those looking to strengthen their governance readiness and step forward with confidence.
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Cullum is the National Advisor for Operational Assurance at Fire and Emergency New Zealand, where he provides independent and objective advice to foster continuous improvement across an organisation of 14,500 paid staff and volunteers.
He currently sits on the Board of the Institute of Public Administration NZ (IPANZ), where he leverages his background in risk management, compliance, and Māori strategy to make a positive impact for the organisation.
Cullum maintains his operational capability through national and international deployments and stays connected to his community as a volunteer firefighter. Additionally, Cullum is also a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors, and an alumnus of the Young Pacific Leaders program operated by the U.S. Department of State.
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Nick is an Associate Director at PwC, specialising in Digital Strategy and Transformation. He has led large-scale transformation programmes across New Zealand’s public sector. His career also spans international projects, including work with NASA and Redwire on the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission, and International Space Station (ISS) infrastructure upgrades. With experience at the intersection of governance, digital transformation, and innovation, Nick is recognised for navigating complex environments and delivering long-term strategic impact.
Nick’s current roles include Chairperson of Te Puna Foundation, Board Member of YMCA Central, Chair of YMCA Central’s Risk and Audit Committee, and Committee Member of the Cancer Society Wellington.
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Suse Reynolds was a founding member of the AANZ Council joining at its inception in 2008. She took up the Executive Director role in 2012, transitioning to Chair in 2020 and stepping down from this role at the end of March 2024.
In 2005 Suse helped to found AngelHQ, the Wellington region’s angel network and remains on the Board. Today AngelHQ has about 100 members and has invested over $50m into 150+ high-growth startup companies.
An active angel investor, Suse has over 30 ventures in her portfolio and currently chairs Narrative Muse, a startup bringing representation and belonging to entertainment.
Suse Chairs the Wellington branch of the Institute of Directors and is on the National Council.
Suse recently stepped down from the board of CreativeHQ and as a trustee for Project Crimson Trust. Suse was the Deputy Chair of the Government appointed Startup Advisors Council which released the Upstart Nation Report in August 2023.
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 — $40.00
Non-members — $45.00
