John Morgan joined NIWA as CEO in 30 April 2007. He has extensive senior executive and governance experience in the science sector, including as CEO of AgriQuality Ltd, Executive Director of Orica New Zealand Ltd, and Chairman of New Zealand Pharmaceuticals Ltd. John is passionate about the role science can play in contributing to the prosperity of New Zealand's economy and environment. John is also currently Chairman of Science New Zealand.
Geoff has a BSc (Hons) in Ecology from Victoria University of Wellington. He has more than 20 years' experience in science publishing and communication with the Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries, MAF Fisheries, and NIWA. He became NIWA's Communications Manager in 2003 and General Manager, Communications & Marketing in July 2007.
Barry is an environmental scientist with a PhD in Stream Ecology from the University of Canterbury. He has worked on the effects of hydropower development on river ecosystems, water allocation, eutrophication of rivers, stream periphyton, and bio-invasions. He was appointed General Manager, Operations in July 2008.
Bryce has a PhD in microbiology and is a graduate of the London Business School Senior Executive Programme. He has held research leader and Regional Manager roles in NIWA, and is currently responsible for overseeing NIWA's strategic initiatives, including commercialisation of research and building partnerships with central and local government and industry.
Arian has an MSc in Software Engineering from the University of Waikato, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies. He joined NIWA in 1995 and became General Manager, Information Systems in 2007. Arian and his team strive to ensure that NIWA's information and technology infrastructure can readily adapt to NIWA's ever-changing science and organisational needs.
Mary-Anne joined NIWA in March 2008. She has a PhD in psychology and is a registered psychologist, specialising in industrial/organisational psychology. Before joining NIWA, Mary-Anne worked as a senior human resources consultant for 15 years, both in private practice and for several large consulting firms.
Rob has a PhD in Marine Science from the University of Otago and has specialist interests in oceanography and marine ecology. He manages NIWA's relationship with the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology, and has overseen the planning and direction of NIWA's science and its research vessels since 1999.
Kate is a Chartered Accountant with a BCom from Canterbury University. An experienced Chief Financial Officer, she held similar roles in the commercial sector, joining NIWA in 2006. Previously she advised a range of businesses on key commercial matters and was also a Policy Analyst with Treasury. Kate is a past member of the Financial Reporting Standards Board (FRSB).
