Future Director stories

The future starts today, not tomorrow

The Future Directors’ programme has helped 102 emerging directors overcome that first hurdle of getting their foot in the door.

• Board composition
• Diversity
• NZX

From the operating table

For Dr Liz Zhu, the world of governance and boards is a dramatic shift from working directly with patients.

• Board composition
• Diversity
• Leadership

Touched by ‘golden child’

For Tahana Tippett-Tapsell, his admiration as a Sharesies customer now extends to his role on the board.

• Diversity
• Purpose
• Te Ao Māori

IMHO: Learning how to kill it in the boardroom

Mike O'Donnell MInstD on aspiring drummers and aspiring directors.

• Board composition
• Diversity

Breaking new ground

Award-winning director Meleane Burgess has forged a governance career path that others may follow.

• Diversity
• Leadership

IMHO: Life lessons from a Future Director

Toni Moyes MInstD on lessons learned as a future director on the Fisher & Paykel Healthcare board. 

• Leadership

IMHO: Des Hunt says the old boys' network is holding New Zealand back

Board composition is a major factor in the performance, or lack thereof.

• Board composition
• CEOs
• Diversity

Kirikaiahi Taiiti Mahutariki: In governance to make an impact

For Kirikaiahi Taiiti Mahutariki, being a director allows her to make a real impact on things she is passionate about.

• Te Ao Māori

Future Directors - Stepping into the boardroom

We ask Future Directors about their experience on the programme.

• Board composition
• Diversity

Findings from a Future Director

Designed to develop the next generation of directors, the Future Directors programme invites selected candidates to sit on the board of a…