Dave Guruge

Dave Guruge

Membership: Appoint Professional

Bay of Plenty

7 years governance experience

Paid roles only

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About Me

“A values-driven Chartered Director (CMInstD) and senior executive with over 20 years of leadership experience across New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. Experienced in corporate governance, strategic risk oversight, and operational transformation. Combines pragmatic and empathetic leadership to foster effective collaboration between governance and management while ensuring clear accountability and role clarity. ”

Experience

Skills
  • General Management
  • Governance
  • Strategy & Planning
  • Health & Safety
Industry/Sector Experience
  • Education/Training
  • Govt/Public Sector
  • Health/Medical/Pharma
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail/Wholesale
Memberships

Diversity

I can be a voice for
  • Women
  • Tāngata Whenua
  • Pasifika
  • Other ethnicities
  • Younger members of the community
  • Individuals with a disability
  • The LGBTQ community
  • Provincially based individuals

Governance Profile

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