He succeeds Thomas Pippos, who has served as chair since 2021.
Deloitte New Zealand has appointed Bruce Wallace as chair, which was effective from the start of December. He succeeds Thomas Pippos, who has served as chair since 2021.
Wallace brings more than three decades of experience with Deloitte, working alongside some of New Zealand’s largest organisations. Most recently, he served as the New Zealand firm’s tax leader.
Having worked in both New Zealand and the United States, Wallace’s technical expertise spans corporate and international tax advisory, tax governance, and transaction advisory services, assisting clients to grow their businesses while navigating an increasingly dynamic global business environment.
“We’re proud to welcome Bruce as our new chair. Having been at Deloitte since his graduate days, Bruce brings energy and experience to steer the firm forward on our trajectory of growth, Deloitte NZ CEO Mike Horne said. "His appointment reflects our ongoing commitment to strong governance and to making a real difference for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve.”
Former chair Thomas Pippos.
Wallace acknowledged the significant contribution Pippos has made to Deloitte and the wider New Zealand business community, having been a Deloitte partner and leader in the business for 30 years. “Thomas has played a material role in shaping Deloitte into the firm it is today and in creating opportunities for so many Deloitte people over the years.”
Wallace is excited to be taking on this role at a time of significant change and opportunity for New Zealand business. “Deloitte’s purpose – to make an impact that matters – helps us to build better futures for our clients, our people, and our communities as a multi-disciplinary and technology-enabled professional services firm. I look forward to working with Mike and our leadership team to continue delivering trust, innovation, and value for our clients.”
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