Our People

MEET OUR TEAM

As the home and voice of Canterbury business, we are here to help. Our people have been carefully selected to represent and support the needs across our diverse business community, each bringing their extensive knowledge to help Canterbury business thrive. As a member of Business Canterbury, you are entitled to complimentary advice from our team of experts.

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Leeann Watson Chief ExecutiveCreating inspirational leadership and a culture of innovation for Business Canterbury and being a raving enthusiast for the city, region and our business community.

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Leeann Watson Chief Executive

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Kathryn Peat General Manager - Commercial

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Kathryn Peat General Manager - Commercial

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Tait Dench Marketing, Communications & Advocacy Manager

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Tait Dench Marketing, Communications & Advocacy Manager

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Vaughan Flemming Commercial Manager

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Vaughan Flemming Commercial Manager

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Genevieve Thornley Business Services ManagerThrowing passion and a bit of fun into service design for the development and wellbeing of individuals, organisations, and communities.

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Genevieve Thornley Business Services Manager

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Grant McEwan Finance ManagerOverseeing Business Canterbury's financial and IT affairs to ensure sound financial management and fiscal stability for our organisation.

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Grant McEwan Finance Manager

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Maxine Muscroft Executive AssistantServing as a cornerstone of efficiency, enabling productivity and enhancing the impact of the Executive Team.

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Maxine Muscroft Executive Assistant

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Vaughan Fleming Commercial Manager

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Vaughan Fleming Commercial Manager

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Parth Malhotra Member Relationship Manager

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Parth Malhotra Member Relationship Manager

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Julian Hagger Partner Relationship Manager/
Invest Concierge

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Julian Hagger Partner Relationship Manager/
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Monica Shepherd Receptionist/Export Documentation Advisor

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Monica Shepherd Receptionist/Export Documentation Advisor

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Emma Gibson Canterbury Trusted Coordinator

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Emma Gibson Canterbury Trusted Coordinator

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General Enquiries Call Us >We are here to support your business or organisation, feel free to contact us and one of our team will be happy to help.

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Membership Enquiries Call Us >Our organisation was created for it's members and we'd love you to be a part of our team. Feel free to contact us to discuss membership options or with any queries.

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Michael Prisk HR/ER ConsultantMichael loves partnering and supporting Canterbury businesses to thrive in these challenging times.

Michael Prisk HR/ER Consultant

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HR/ER Advice Call Us >If you need support contact us and will discuss what options are available and how we can help you get things sorted quickly.

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Health and Safety advice Call Us >We're here to help. For any urgent support between 8:30am-5pm (work hours) contact Business Canterbury otherwise check out our page for more information.

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Genevieve Thornley Business Services ManagerThrowing passion and a bit of fun into service design for the development and wellbeing of individuals, organisations, and communities.

Genevieve Thornley Business Services Manager

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Holly Andrews Event Manager

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Losa Wang Learning CoordinatorPassionate about learning and development and aim to create great learning experiences for our customers.

Losa Wang Learning Coordinator

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Rebecca Golding Event Manager

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Suyaka Gutama Training and Events Administrator

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Event Booking Enquiries Call Us >Did you have a question? Need a change or something else? Feel free to contact us and we'll get it sorted for you.

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If you need a change or have any queries. One of our team will be able to help. Feel free to contact us with any questions.

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John Hamilton Business Advisor - Manufacturing

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Daniel Thomson Business & Global Trade Advisor

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Monica Shepherd Export Documentation Advisor/ Receptionist

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Monica Shepherd Export Documentation Advisor/ Receptionist

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Export Documentation Enquiries Call Us >We are approved and certified to issue documentation on your behalf and are happy to support you through the process. Feel free to contact us with any enquiries.

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Jason MacRae Business Growth Advisor - Mid Canterbury and Selwyn

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John Hamilton Business Advisor - Manufacturing

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Daniel Thomson Business & Global Trade Advisor

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Jagdev Sidhu Business Advisor

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Tyler Culling Business Advisor

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Tait Dench Marketing, Communication & Advocacy Manager

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Hannah Weeds Brand Marketing Specialist

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Kirsten Wick Communications and Media Specialist

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Mel Rushton Digital / Sustainability Specialist

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Grant McEwan FinanceOverseeing Business Canterbury's financial affairs to ensure sound financial management and fiscal stability for our organisation.

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