Cooperative Business NZ Annual Awards

EMERGING Leader of the year 2023

Given the calibre of the up-and-coming leaders within the sector, the future of co-operatives and mutuals in New Zealand is bright. This award is presented to an individual under the age of 35 who is making their mark on the co-operative community.

Winner

emerging leader of the year 2023

Harriet Bell

Head of Key Accounts and Sales Experience at Farmlands

Emerging Leader of the Year 2023

AWARD CRITERIA

This award will be presented to an individual (aged 35 and under) who is making their mark within their member organisation.

It aims to recognise contribution through innovation, driving best practice, collaboration or co-operation.

This award is open to individuals working within or a member of an organisation that is a Full or Provisional member of Cooperative Business NZ.

hall of fame

Past EMERgING Leader of the Year Winners

Lloyd Setter

Chief Operating Officer, Rabobank New Zealand
Emerging Leader of the Year 2022

Ben Ross

Branch Manager, MG Group
Emerging Leader of the Year 2021

Katie Vickers

Former Head of Sustainability and Land Use, Farmlands
Emerging Leader of the Year 2020

Supporting the co-operative & mutual community

thank you to our sponsors

The Awards programme is only made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors. Thank you to the following organisations for their support in ensuring our co-operative and mutual businesses and leaders are celebrated and recognised!

Cyclone

Principal Sponsor 2023

Our newest Corporate Associate Member, Cyclone, provides business IT Supply, Strategy & Support Services across NZ. Technology is transforming businesses’ operations. Cyclone helps plan future-ready IT hardware procurement solutions, software licensing, managed IT support and digital skills training that deliver modern solutions and long-lasting value.

At Cyclone, they take the time to understand your business and how ICT contributes to that vision. Achieving your desired outcomes through technology isn’t always a simple process. But, with over 170 specialised staff employed nationwide, you can give your team the confidence that regardless of the technology being used, Cyclone will provide a purpose-fit solution and work in partnership with you to achieve your technology objectives.

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Centrix Credit Bureau of New Zealand

Networking Drinks Sponsor 2023

Our Corporate Associate Member, Centrix, helps Kiwi businesses with credit checking and identity verification services allowing decision makers to make quick and confident risk assessments and comply with the latest regulations.