Helen is a seasoned Board Director, Entrepreneur, and AI expert with extensive boardroom experience, chairing multiple boards, including Answer Services Ltd, and serving on boards including The Co-operative Bank Ltd and Centrix Group Ltd.

As the owner of Directorly, a consulting business that helps boards and executive teams optimise their Boardroom performance, Helen specialises in integrating AI to enhance governance and decision-making. Her leadership in AI began with pioneering digital humans and RPA initiatives in her Exec days at Vodafone, and she continues to be a thought leader in using AI to drive boardroom innovation and operational efficiency.

Jo Kelly is a highly experienced Company Secretary who has worked across a range of industries including private companies, publicly listed companies, public-sector, not-for-profits, and several of New Zealand’s largest major sporting events. Jo is also a Director of University and Tertiary Sport New Zealand (UTSNZ).

Jo has a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Auckland, and a background in both sports administration and accountancy, with a strong focus on strategy and stakeholder relations and a modern, pragmatic approach to governance.

Dauniika is an experienced and award-winning Company Secretary with experience in legal, health, and financial services. She is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors and sits on the Board of Takapuna School. Dauniika is the founder and Director of Board Administration Services.
 
An organisation that provides bespoke governance solutions for small to large businesses, from minuting of meetings, board paper refreshes, board software recommendation and implementation, corporate secretary contracting for regulated entities, and full scope set up of governance foundations for companies with newly appointed boards.