BCom, AMP (Harvard), FCA, CFInstD
Independent Non-Executive Director
Term of office: Appointed 1 June 2025.
Board committees: Member of Audit & Risk Committee, Member of Disclosure Committee, Member of Nominations Committee
James has extensive experience in senior management and governance roles. He has a strong track record in capital management, financial analytics, and financial markets, making him adept at handling complex challenges and finding growth opportunities. His expertise in Audit and Risk enhances the Board’s governance capabilities.
James is currently chair of Channel Infrastructure NZ and a director of Mercury NZ, Ryman Healthcare, and Vista Group. His previous governance roles include serving on the boards of Auckland International Airport, Accident Compensation Corporation, NZX and Vector, and as a member of the Financial Accounting Standards Board and the Financial Markets Authority board. James previously held leadership executive positions at Craigs Investment Partners and ABN AMRO.
James is a Distinguished Fellow of INFINZ, a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and a Fellow of the Institute of Directors. He is a certified securities analyst professional, holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Otago University and is a graduate of the Harvard Business School Advanced Management Programme.