Innovation drives leadership changes
New Zealand Financial Services Group (NZFSG), the largest aggregation group in New Zealand, has announced the appointment of Nicola Riordan as its new non-executive director.
This addition comes as part of the ongoing renewal of NZFSG’s board, following the appointment of Thérèse Singleton in a similar role last month.
Background and expertise
With more than two decades of experience in innovation, technology, data, and marketing, Riordan’s expertise spans several global brands such as Xero, Skype, and TweetDeck.
She is also actively involved in corporate governance, serving on the boards of Kordia and New Zealand’s Real Estate Institute.
Riordan “brings a very broad background of business experience to the board which provides us with a lens that is both B2B and consumer-focused,” NZFSG Chair Brendon Smith said.
Strategic vision for growth and innovation
The addition of Riordan is seen as a strategic move to enhance NZFSG’s commitment to integrating advanced technology and providing industry insights.
Riordan “has worked in global corporations and also been influential in the success of many tech start-ups,” Smith said. “She’s developed experience across many different business units and she’s very experienced in governance, making important contributions on numerous boards throughout New Zealand.”
“I’m thrilled to be joining NZFSG’s board as it accelerates the industry’s digital evolution,” Riordan said. “There’s an appetite to use tech to go beyond the accepted boundaries in the adviser-client relationship and it's very exciting to contribute to that journey.”
The strengthened NZFSG board
Alongside the newly appointed Riordan and Singleton, the board includes seasoned members such as Brendon Smith, Bruce Patten, and Brian Greer, as well as Australian members Sam White, Andrew Jamson, and Ewen Stafford.
This diverse team is set to guide NZFSG through its next phase of growth and innovation, leveraging a robust commitment to technological advancement and superior service delivery.
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