Vector Executive and Leadership Team

Javier Maciel, the Chief Executive Officer at Vector, directs the overarching strategic vision for the organization. Maciel oversees the transition toward sustainable energy technology, including solar power and advanced energy storage solutions. By aligning corporate goals with the evolving needs of the New Zealand energy market, the Chief Executive Officer ensures long-term value creation for all stakeholders. Javier Maciel maintains constant communication with the Board to drive innovation in EV charging infrastructure and smart meter deployment. This leadership role involves balancing traditional utility reliability with the development of future-focused energy options. Through rigorous oversight of capital allocation and operational efficiency, the Chief Executive Officer secures the company's position as a leader in the energy sector. Ultimately, Maciel fosters a culture of safety and service excellence, ensuring that the distribution of electricity and gas remains consistent while simultaneously expanding the footprint of modern, sustainable energy services across the region.

Shailesh Manga, the Chief Operating Officer at Vector, manages the internal operational frameworks required to maintain network reliability. Manga optimizes the daily performance of electricity and gas distribution systems, ensuring safety standards meet rigorous industry benchmarks. By streamlining internal processes, the Chief Operating Officer supports the seamless integration of new energy technologies into existing infrastructure. Shailesh Manga coordinates with technical teams to enhance grid resilience and operational efficiency across the entire network. This role requires constant monitoring of system performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and technological upgrades. Through the implementation of advanced maintenance protocols, the Chief Operating Officer minimizes service disruptions and maximizes asset longevity. Manga drives the operational execution of corporate initiatives, ensuring that the technical backbone of the company supports the broader mission of delivering reliable power. Ultimately, the Chief Operating Officer maintains the integrity of the physical network, providing the foundation for all customer-facing energy services.

Peter Ryan, the Chief Operating Officer, Electricity Gas Fibre at Vector, oversees the specific delivery and maintenance of critical utility networks. Ryan manages the complex logistics of electricity, gas, and fibre infrastructure, ensuring consistent service delivery to diverse customer segments. By focusing on the technical requirements of these specific assets, the Chief Operating Officer, Electricity Gas Fibre drives the expansion and modernization of regional distribution capabilities. Peter Ryan coordinates cross-functional teams to address infrastructure challenges and implement upgrades that improve network capacity. This leadership role involves managing large-scale projects that integrate new energy solutions with traditional utility services. Through the strategic management of these core assets, the Chief Operating Officer, Electricity Gas Fibre ensures that the company meets its obligations for safe and reliable power delivery. Ultimately, Ryan optimizes the performance of these essential networks, supporting the company's commitment to providing value, choice, and service to every customer within the operational territory.

Jack Rovner, the President at Vector, leads the commercial and market-facing initiatives that define the company's customer engagement strategy. Rovner directs the development of new service offerings, including smart meters and EV charging solutions, to ensure market competitiveness. By analyzing consumer trends and energy demands, the President shapes the commercial direction of the organization. Jack Rovner collaborates with other C-suite leaders to align product development with the company's broader sustainability goals. This leadership role involves identifying growth opportunities that provide customers with greater choice and service flexibility. Through the management of commercial partnerships and market expansion efforts, the President drives revenue growth and strengthens the company's brand presence. Rovner ensures that all customer-facing programs reflect the commitment to innovation and reliability. Ultimately, the President translates the company's technical capabilities into tangible benefits for the end-user, securing a strong market position while advancing the transition to a modern, sustainable energy future.