Our People

Meet the XRB Management Team

Wendy Venter Chief Executive Wendy is an experienced executive with deep expertise in governance, risk management, and assurance. Read more	Michelle Lombaard Director Accounting Standards Michelle joined the XRB in April 2024 as Director of Accounting Standards. Most recently, Michelle has been with Deloitte as Director. Read more
Dr Amelia Sharman Director Sustainability Reporting Dr Sharman heads the team developing Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards and sustainability reporting topics. Read more	Misha Pieters Director Auditing & Assurance Misha heads the team supporting the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (NZAuASB) in its role of developing and issuing assurance standards. Read more
Dawn Bowden General Manager Corporate Services Dawn joined the External Reporting Board in September 2022 to lead the team that looks after the corporate functions that keep the organisation running smoothly. Read more

The XRB head office is based in Wellington, however staff are located across the country.