Our People

Meet the XRB management team

April Mackenzie

Chief Executive

April joined the XRB as Chief Executive in December 2019 and is responsible for leading the organisation to achieve its mission and strategic objectives.

Director Accounting Standards

Anthony heads the team supporting the New Zealand Accounting Standards Board (NZASB) in its role of developing and issuing accounting standards.

Director Climate Standards

Dr Sharman has an extensive background in climate and sustainability policy areas, most recently as Head of Policy at Ara Ake, focused on supporting the transition to a low-emissions energy future.

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.

Head of Strategy

Sanel is the Head of Strategy at the XRB. In addition to her organisational strategy role, she also leads the XRB’s preparatory work around the development of an integrated reporting framework.

Head of Communication & Engagement

Emily is a strategic communication practitioner with over 15 years’ experience developing and delivering communication strategies across a range of sectors.