We are pleased to announce the appointment of Alison Andrew as an Honorary Champion for Change.
A visionary executive leader and a committed advocate for creating genuinely diverse and inclusive work cultures, Alison was the Chief Executive of Transpower for a remarkable 10 years. During her tenure, she navigated the company through a period of significant transformation and growth in the energy sector.
Under Alison’s leadership, Transpower implemented numerous initiatives aimed at bridging the gender gap, addressing the gender pay disparity, and ensuring representation across all levels of the organisation. Her decade-long influence as Chief Executive of Transpower has not only driven significant advancements within the company but has also fostered a transformative culture throughout the energy sector in New Zealand. Alison has become a role model in the New Zealand power sector, inspiring others to prioritise and integrate equity and inclusion into their organisational frameworks.
While leading Transpower, Alison was an active Champion for Change and spent four years as a member of the Champions for Change Governance Group. During this time, Alison played a role in fostering a culture of accountability among the Champions, with a focus on ensuring transparency and responsibility within the group.
Alongside James Kilty, Alison was an Executive Sponsor for our ‘Influencing the Outside World’ workstream. Together they successfully engaged a wider group of sector CEOs, including those from non-Champion organisations, in the workstream. The work they undertook as leaders of the workstream has not only advanced the goals of the Champions for Change, but has also set a benchmark for collaboration across different sectors.
The leadership exhibited by both Alison and James in addressing these critical issues exemplifies the essence of effective leadership, influence, and impact. The progress they have achieved serves as an inspiring testament to the power of strategic partnership and the importance of inclusive engagement in driving meaningful change within the industry.
Through her exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to inclusivity and diversity, Alison continues to role model how, with commitment and courage, we can build a more equitable and inclusive society. Her work with Champions for Change has created a lasting legacy, and her continued involvement will further enhance this important work.