Top Energy Consumer Trust Chair Yvonne Sharp says Mr Todd brings a wealth of experience across the electricity, utilities and wider infrastructure sectors.
“Mr Todd has a proven record of leadership in complex, high-impact environments with a strong awareness of communities with significant social challenges. Over 20 years as Chief Executive of the Eastland Group, he grew the business from small beginnings into a diverse energy and infrastructure company worth more than $1 billion.
He also brings significant governance expertise, holding Board positions with Connetics, Ruakura Energy GP, Marlborough Lines and Yealands Wine Group, and serving as Chair of GisVin. He will be an asset to the Top Energy Board.”
Mr Todd holds qualifications in electrical engineering, engineering management and a Master of Business Administration. He is also a graduate of the Harvard Business School Advanced Management Program, a Justice of the Peace, and a Chartered Member of the NZ Institute of Directors.
The Top Energy Consumer Trust holds the shares in the company on behalf of the 34,500 power consumers in the Far North and is responsible for the composition of the Board.
For more information: Philippa White / 021 2418740
