We are delighted to congratulate four wāhine from our membership whose services have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2024.
Theresa Gattung CNZM
Global Women Chair and Member, Theresa has been appointed as Dame Companion to New Zealand Order of Merit. Her appointment comes in acknowledgement of her services to women, governance and philanthropy.
Joan Withers
A lifetime Global Women Member and current Chair of the Warehouse Group, Joan has also been appointed as Dame Companion in recognition of her services to business, governance and women.
Andrea Blair
Global Women Board Member and Member, Andrea is the co-Founder and Director of Upflow. Andrea has been appointed as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to the geothermal industry and women.
Jolie Hodson
Global Women Member and Champion for Change, Jolie is the Chief Executive at Spark New Zealand. Jolie’s appointment as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit recognises her services to business, governance and women.
It is with great pride and joy that we celebrate each of these women, who are both outstanding leaders in their fields and dedicated advocates for women’s equity.
To see the full list of King’s Birthday Honours recipients, click here.