Kevin Hughes has more than 30 years’ experience in the financial services sector.
Kevin Hughes.
Unity Credit Union has announced the appointment of senior executive Kevin Hughes as its new chief executive. Hughes joins with more than 30 years’ experience in the financial services sector and is currently executive general manager programmes and planning at IAG New Zealand.
Unity chair Louise Edwards said: “Kevin’s expertise and extensive leadership experience in the financial services industry will be a great asset to the Unity business.
“His customer-centric approach and knowledge of leading complex digital transformation will ensure member value and experience remains at the forefront of everything we do.
“Our board is thrilled to have attracted this calibre of talent following an extensive search from a field of highly skilled applicants.”
Originally from Hawke’s Bay, Hughes worked at the Māori Language Commission during and after his university studies before travelling to London. On return to New Zealand, he joined ANZ where he moved through roles in its finance, marketing, and operations areas, with his final role at ANZ as general manager business banking.
In 2011, Hughes moved into insurance for IAG New Zealand, initially as general manager state insurance distribution. He was then appointed to the IAG executive leadership team in 2016. After an 11-year career leading large teams and complex stakeholders in various executive roles at IAG, Hughes said he was excited about the opportunity to head an organisation such as Unity, due to its strong community focus, and to return to his roots at the hub of Unity’s operations in Hastings.
Subject to regulatory approval, Kevin will commence his CEO role in April 2023.
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