Media Release
1 April 2015
BNZ to chair New Zealand Bankers’ Association
Bank of New Zealand chief executive Anthony Healy has been elected chair of the New Zealand Bankers’ Association for
2014/15 and takes on the role today.
ANZ chief executive David Hisco was elected deputy chair.
“I am delighted to take the role of Chair on behalf of BNZ. The Association is integral to maintaining the balance
between workable regulation and economic growth which is of substantial benefit to the country.
“Our banks are rated as the most sound in the world and we look forward to a productive year with the Association and
its members, and continuing meaningful engagement with stakeholders,” said Anthony Healy.
BNZ takes over the chair bank role from ASB.
New Zealand Bankers’ Association chief executive Kirk Hope said, “I would like to thank Barbara Chapman for her
contribution as chair over the last year, and welcome Anthony Healy to the role.”
Established in 1891, the New Zealand Bankers’ Association advocates on behalf of the industry in support of a successful
banking system that benefits New Zealanders and the New Zealand economy.
The association currently has 15 members, all of which are banks registered under the Reserve Bank of New Zealand Act
1989. The association’s governing body is its council, comprising the chief executive of each member bank. In addition
to these members, the association has recently established a category of affiliate membership to formalise relationships
it has with other organisations involved with the banking industry.
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