Paula Steed had a 25-year career in financial services and banking, including with AMP, ANZ and ASB.
Tim Grafton will leave the role next April.
Former IBM managing director and NZTech board member Mike Smith takes up the role.
Priority One is the Western Bay of Plenty’s economic development agency.
Scott Weenink has stepped down as chair to focus on his new role as CEO of New Zealand Cricket.
Experienced director Jim Sybertsma will join the board from October.
Wellington Zoo chief executive, Karen Fifield MNZM is the first New Zealander to hold the global post.
The network television provider has appointed Ciara McGuigan to the role.
Ingrid Taylor previously led Christchurch firm, Taylor Shaw.
Olivia Blaylock is the inaugural CGO.
