FANZ's newest board member has a rich background

Peter Fa’afiu appointed new independent director by FANZ board.

Financial Advice New Zealand’s newest independent board member is Peter Fa’afiu. He replaces David Kneebone, whose term has expired.

Fa’afiu comes to the board with extensive governance experience across media, human rights, vocational training, community housing, sports administration, and education services.

He describes himself thus: “Former diplomat, trade negotiator, strategist, lobbyist, co-founder of a major consulting business, community and government relations manager with an emphasis on relationship building and delivering tangible results.”

“Significant experience in stakeholder engagement across a diverse mix of stakeholders - government, local government, small business, media, corporate, community including mana whenua/Iwi, ethnic, migrant and Pacific peoples.