Di Taylor will begin her new role on December 1.
Di Taylor was most recently general manager of TenFour Technology.
Hutt Valley’s Te Omanga Hospice has appointed Di Taylor as its new chief executive.
Taylor will replace current chief executive Biddy Harford, who is retiring after 37 years with the organisation.
Chair Michele McCreadie said stepping into the chief executive role at a hospice was challenging.
“Despite the essential nature of our services, the current national funding model for hospices is unsustainable. Each year, the gap between what we receive and what we need grows wider. Government funding simply does not keep pace with inflation or demand.
“This year, we must raise nearly $7 million, around half our $13.8 million budget, to ensure our specialist services remain free to patients and families. It’s a challenge that unites our fundraising and retail teams, our staff and our incredibly generous community.”
However, she was confident the appointment reflected the hospice’s commitment to strong, values-driven leadership.
Taylor was most recently general manager of TenFour Technology. She has also been a deputy chair and director of Pub Charity Ltd, chair at Boss Transport Ltd (NZ Coach Services), chair of Nuku Ora (Sport Wellington) and deputy chair of NZ TechLeaders.
She also served as a trustee and chair of Te Omanga Hospice’s quality and risk sub-committee until earlier this year.
Taylor starts her new role on December 1, and Te Omanga will farewell Harford on December 12.
McCreadie paid tribute to Harford’s long career with the organisation. “Her leadership, dedication and compassion have shaped Te Omanga and the national hospice movement. We look forward to celebrating her remarkable contribution before she departs.”
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