Source: New Zealand Government
Kordia Group Deputy Chair Ben Kepes will become Chair from today and two new directors have been appointed to the company’s Board, State Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown says.
Kordia provides critical communications infrastructure across New Zealand and Mr Kepes has strong leadership and governance expertise with extensive experience in technology strategy and digital transformation,” Mr Brown says.
“His appointment will ensure Board continuity and stability as Kordia continues to implement its transformation programme.”
David Boyes and Jason McDonald have been appointed as directors for three-year terms starting today. The new directors bring strong governance, financial stewardship, and risk management capabilities to the Board, Mr Brown says.
“I thank outgoing Chair Sophie Haslem for her significant contributions to the Kordia Board over the past nine years. During her tenure, Kordia has achieved significant milestones and she has fostered a strong sense of unity and collaboration among Board members and the wider management team
“I extend my best wishes to departing Board members Martin Matthews and Kent Pohio who have made significant contributions to the Board.”
Quotable Value Ltd
Carol Bellette has been appointed as a QVL director for a three-year term starting today. She brings governance and financial expertise with sound stakeholder relationship management in local and central government.
Sharon Henderson has been reappointed as a QVL director for a three-year term from today.
“These appointments and reappointments to the two Boards reflect the Government’s commitment to state-owned enterprises being led by highly skilled and experienced individuals who can drive innovation, ensure robust governance, and deliver value for New Zealanders,” Mr Brown says.
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/07/02/new-appointments-announced-for-kordia-and-qv/