NZME Executive and Leadership Team

Michael Boggs, the Chief Executive Officer at NZME, directs the overarching corporate strategy and operational performance across all media divisions. By aligning radio, digital, and print assets, the Chief Executive Officer ensures consistent revenue growth and market relevance within the competitive New Zealand media landscape. Michael Boggs manages high-level relationships with the Board to execute long-term value creation initiatives. This leadership role involves overseeing the integration of advertising broadcast services to maximize reach for diverse business clients. Through rigorous financial oversight and strategic planning, the Chief Executive Officer optimizes organizational efficiency. By fostering a culture of innovation, Boggs strengthens the company position as a premier provider of news and entertainment. Ultimately, the Chief Executive Officer secures the financial health and operational stability of the entire enterprise while navigating complex industry shifts.

Katie Mills, the Chief Marketing Officer at NZME, architects the brand identity and audience acquisition strategies across all digital and traditional platforms. Overseeing the promotion of advertising broadcast services, the Chief Marketing Officer ensures that the value proposition resonates with businesses across various industries. Katie Mills drives the development of data-driven campaigns that expand market share and enhance user engagement. This leadership role involves collaborating with the sales and editorial teams to align promotional efforts with content delivery. By analyzing consumer behavior patterns, the Chief Marketing Officer optimizes the reach of print and radio assets. Mills manages the brand portfolio to maintain a strong presence in the national market. Through strategic positioning, the Chief Marketing Officer elevates the visibility of the company, ensuring that the organization remains the preferred partner for advertisers seeking high-impact media solutions.

Katie Macdiarmid, the Chief Information Officer at NZME, directs the digital transformation and technological infrastructure supporting the company media ecosystem. Overseeing the development of scalable platforms for radio and digital content, the Chief Information Officer ensures seamless delivery of services to audiences and advertisers. Katie Macdiarmid manages the integration of advanced data analytics to improve content personalization and advertising efficiency. This leadership role involves securing the enterprise network against evolving cyber threats while maintaining high system availability. By modernizing internal software tools, the Chief Information Officer enhances operational productivity across all departments. Macdiarmid coordinates with the executive team to align technology investments with long-term business goals. Through the implementation of robust cloud solutions, the Chief Information Officer supports the expansion of digital capabilities, ensuring that the organization maintains a competitive edge in the rapidly changing media landscape.

William Hays, the Interim Chief Information Officer at NZME, executes the maintenance and optimization of core information systems that power the company print and broadcast operations. Overseeing the stability of internal databases and communication networks, the Interim Chief Information Officer ensures that technical workflows remain uninterrupted. William Hays manages the transition of legacy systems to modern architectures to improve data accessibility for editorial and advertising teams. This leadership role involves auditing current IT processes to identify efficiency gaps and implementing immediate technical improvements. By providing technical support for cross-departmental projects, the Interim Chief Information Officer facilitates smooth collaboration across the organization. Hays monitors system performance metrics to ensure alignment with corporate reliability standards. Through focused technical oversight, the Interim Chief Information Officer stabilizes the digital foundation, allowing the company to continue delivering high-quality content to audiences throughout the region.

Chris Wallace, the Chief People Officer at NZME, directs the human capital strategy and organizational development initiatives that support the company workforce. Overseeing talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement, the Chief People Officer ensures that the organization attracts and retains top-tier professionals in the media and entertainment sector. Chris Wallace designs training programs that align staff capabilities with the evolving needs of digital and print content production. This leadership role involves fostering an inclusive corporate culture that promotes innovation and collaboration across all departments. By implementing competitive compensation and benefits structures, the Chief People Officer maintains high levels of staff morale and productivity. Wallace manages internal communications to ensure alignment with the broader corporate mission. Through strategic workforce planning, the Chief People Officer builds a resilient team capable of driving the company forward in a dynamic and competitive market environment.