MEET TEC CHAIRS

Biography:

Richard held a number of leadership positions within Fletcher Challenge Limited between 1981 and 1997 - these roles were based within the building related activities of the group.

In 1998, Richard was appointed as CEO of Infrastructure Auckland, which was established from the remnants of the Auckland Regional Services Trust, with the primary purpose of distributing the proceeds (both capital and revenue) of a portfolio of investments to transport and stormwater capital projects in the Auckland region by way of grants. The other key activity was to manage the portfolio of equities and treasury assets valued at $1.3 billion. These investments included Americas Cup Village Limited (ACVL), Northern Disposals System Limited (NDSL), Ports of Auckland Limited, and a treasury portfolio of over $400 million.

In 2004, Richard established and managed a management consulting group with another ex-employee of Infrastructure Auckland. The company advises on a range of management issues and has particular expertise in project evaluation.

Richard is involved with the following boards and committees:

• AIS St Helens School of Graduate Studies Advisory Board - Chairman
• Advanced Business Education Ltd, Academic Advisory Board - Member

Education and Associations:

Richard holds the following qualifications and memberships:

• Chartered Accountant, Member of the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants
• Diploma in Corporate Management from the Institute of Corporate Managers and Institute of Corporate Secretaries
• Masters of Business Administration in International Management from Asia Pacific International Graduate School of Management