Your Member Leaders
Chapter President
Phil Bull
Leads EO NZ by setting the vision, aligning the board, and representing the chapter locally and globally.
President-Elect (FY2026)
Katie Noble
Prepares to take on the presidency next year by supporting the current board and leading strategic initiatives.
EO New Zealand Board 2025/2026
The Board: Built by Founders, Led by Members
The EO New Zealand Board is a hands-on, founder-led team responsible for shaping the chapter’s vision, delivering value to members, and maintaining operational excellence. From curating learning events to driving membership growth and building strategic partnerships, the board leads every aspect of chapter life. Serving on the board is a rare opportunity to grow as a leader among leaders—where you’ll sharpen your skills, expand your influence, and help shape the future of EO in New Zealand.
Board Roles
Learning Chair
Shawn Pope
Designs and delivers impactful learning events that help members grow personally and professionally.
Member Engagement Chair
Helen Mackay
Fosters a vibrant chapter culture by keeping members connected, involved, and supported throughout their EO journey.
Forum Chair
Katie Noble
Oversees EO’s signature Forum program, ensuring high-quality peer-to-peer experiences in safe, confidential environments.
Membership Chair
Grant Foggo
Drives chapter growth by identifying and onboarding qualified entrepreneurs who align with EO’s values.
Marketing and Communications Chair
Tina Comrie
Leads the chapter’s messaging, brand presence, and outreach—ensuring EO New Zealand's voice is clear, consistent, and compelling across all platforms.
Finance Chair
Nathan Donaldson
Manages the chapter’s financial health, budgeting, and compliance to ensure sustainable growth and responsible spending.
Strategic Partnerships Chair
Andy Thompson
Builds partnerships with external organisations and sponsors to support EO New Zealand's mission and programs.
Chapter Manager
Paula Nightingale
Supports the board and chapter operations with seamless coordination, communications, and logistics—ensuring that member experiences run smoothly and the EO New Zealand engine stays on track.
