About SkyCity

Julian was Chief Executive Officer of Summerset Group Holdings Limited from 2014 to March 2021 and, prior to becoming Chief Executive Officer, Summerset’s Chief Financial Officer where he oversaw the company’s transition to become a publicly listed company on the New Zealand and Australian stock exchanges.

Prior to joining Summerset in 2010, Julian was an Associate Director at Macquarie Group where he gained significant experience in the energy, industrial services, tourism, and aged care sectors over a 12-year career.

Julian is currently a director of WEL Networks Limited, Winton Land Limited, and Deakin TopCo Pty Limited, and holds a Master of Finance from Victoria University and a Master of Science from the University of Waikato.

Chair of the Governance and Nominations Committee

Member of the People and Culture Committee

Member of the Audit Committee

Member of the Risk and Compliance Committee

Member of the Transformation Sub-Committee

Appointed a director of SkyCity in June 2021 and Chair of the SkyCity Board in January 2022

Appointed a director of SkyCity Adelaide in October 2022

Resides in New Zealand

Chad is a seasoned director and senior executive with over 25 years of leadership experience across global and local listed corporations. His extensive background spans capital markets, finance, mergers and acquisitions, and property development, with a focus on the technology, entertainment, and services sectors.

Most recently, Chad served as the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Nuix Limited, where he led a highly successful transformation before stepping down from his global role in the past year. His previous executive roles include Chief Financial Officer at The Star Entertainment Group Limited, Salmat Limited, and Electronic Data Systems (EDS) for Australia and New Zealand.

A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, Chad founded and was the inaugural Chairperson of Women in Gaming & Hospitality Australasia, an organisation committed to advancing gender equity within the industry. He has also contributed to medical research and mental health advocacy through board roles with the NeuRA Foundation and the Schizophrenia Research Institute.

Chad is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand, and holds a Bachelor of Business from the University of Technology, Sydney.

Chair of the Audit Committee

Member of the People and Culture Committee

Member of the Governance and Nominations Committee

Appointed a director of SkyCity in June 2021, and effective 1 January 2026, Deputy Chair of the SkyCity Board, resides in Australia.  

Kate is an experienced non-executive director, holding board and committee roles across a diverse portfolio.

Kate is currently on the Boards of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, SuniTAFE and Lower Murray Water. She also chairs the Audit and Risk Committees for the Victorian Department of Health and the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority.

Prior to embarking on a governance career, Kate held executive roles in risk management, governance, and compliance across various sectors, including financial services, agribusiness, fast moving consumer goods, telecommunications, and tertiary education. Her private sector experience is complemented by regulatory experience at the Australian Securities and Investments Commission and NSW Treasury.

Kate holds tertiary qualifications in commerce, applied finance and occupational health and safety, and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Chair of the Risk and Compliance Committee

Member of the Audit Committee

Member of the Governance and Nominations Committee

Member of the Transformation Sub-Committee

Appointed a director of SkyCity in September 2022, Resides in Australia

Glenn has practised as a solicitor in corporate and risk throughout Australia for over 35 years with expertise and experience in the execution of large transactions, risk management and in corporate activity regulated by the Australian Corporations Act and ASX.

Glenn has extensive board experience across the public, private, family and government sectors. He is currently a director of ASX-listed entities Elders Limited, Adrad Holdings Limited and iTech Minerals Limited. He has broad board experience over many years in the manufacturing, resources, retail, property, seafood, and primary production industries.

Glenn holds tertiary qualifications in law and economics and is a fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors

Member of the Risk and Compliance Committee

Member of the Governance and Nominations Committee

Member of the Transformation Sub-Committee

Appointed a director of SkyCity in September 2022

Appointed a director of SkyCity Adelaide and Chair of the SkyCity Adelaide Board in September 2022

Resides in Australia

Jason joined SkyCity as Chief Executive Officer in July 2024.

Jason has over 20 years’ senior executive experience in the global land-based and online gaming industries. Prior to joining SkyCity, he was a Strategic Advisor to global gaming and technology company Aristocrat Leisure Limited on its acquisition of NeoGames S.A, and the Executive Chairman of National Entertainment Network LLC, the largest amusement route operator in the United States.

He has previously held roles with the online gaming supplier NYX Gaming Group Limited and its acquirer Light & Wonder Inc and spent 18 years with Aristocrat Leisure Limited where he held executive leadership roles in New Zealand and the United States. Prior to this, he held senior roles within consulting, including with Ernst & Young, and was an Officer in the New Zealand Defence Force.

Jason holds a Master of Business Administration in International Management from the Auckland Institute of Studies.

Callum is the Chief Operating Officer for both the New Zealand and Australian operations. Callum has significant gaming and hospitality experience having held a number of senior roles at SkyCity since joining in 2006, including as General Manager of SkyCity Darwin, General Manager SkyCity Auckland Hotels, Convention Centre and Sky Tower, and Executive General Manager of Hospitality for SkyCity Auckland. Prior to joining SkyCity, Callum held numerous senior leadership roles across the hospitality, retail, and financial investment sectors.

Callum holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Victoria University of Wellington, and has completed studies with Cornell University, The London Business School, and the University of Nevada. Callum currently sits on the board of the Tourism Industry Association NZ.

Blair Woodbury was appointed Chief Financial Officer of SkyCity Entertainment Group in March 2026.

Blair is an experienced finance executive with a strong track record of leading financial transformation, capital management and operational performance across complex organisations. He joined SkyCity from Devoli, where he served as Chief Financial Officer from 2021, supporting the company’s digital growth and scaling its finance capabilities in a high-growth environment.

Previously, Blair served as Chief Financial Officer at Sky Network Television, where he played a key role in the company’s turnaround and strategic reset. Earlier in his career, he held senior finance leadership roles at NZ Post and worked in transformation and advisory roles at McKinsey & Company and PwC.

Blair brings deep experience in asset optimisation, disciplined cost management, balance sheet strengthening and transparent engagement with investors. He is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Administration.

Shaun joined SkyCity as Chief People and Culture Officer in August 2023 and is responsible for leading the development and implementation of best practice people and culture strategy across the SkyCity Group.

Shaun is a senior human resources executive with expertise in supporting leadership and culture transformation, innovation and business execution strategies across the telecommunications, financial services, and infrastructure sectors. Prior to joining SkyCity, Shaun held senior leadership roles across Australia and New Zealand, including Chief People Officer at Chorus New Zealand Limited and Executive General Manager Human Resources at AMP New Zealand.

Shaun has a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Auckland and is a graduate of executive management programmes at the Harvard Business School and the London Business School.

Avril brings more than 30 of experience to her role as Managing Director of SkyCity Adelaide, part of the ASX listed SkyCity Entertainment Group.  Avril returned to SkyCity in November 2023 as General Manager Hospitality at SkyCity Adelaide and took over management of the SkyCity Adelaide site in April 2024.

Avril is also currently an AmCham Governor and a Business Events Adelaide Board Member. With a proven record in driving strategic business growth, empowering high performing teams and delivering superior customer service, Avril is widely recognised as an innovative and dedicated leader.  She has also made a profound contribution to the communities where she has lived and worked including Chair of the Darwin Major Business Group, and as a director of the Automobile Association of the NT, Tourism Top End, Darwin Festival, and Top End Group Training Board. A qualified lawyer, Avril is also a former Telstra Young Businesswoman of the Year (NT).

Elen has more than 20 years of experience in online gaming, including senior leadership roles with international operators Super Group and Kindred Group, where she served as Chief Marketing Officer. She has led sizeable P&Ls and cross-functional teams, with a strong track record of driving digital growth and transformation.

As Managing Director - Online, Elen leads SkyCity's online gaming business. As New Zealand moves towards a regulated online environment, she draws on her extensive international experience to help shape SkyCity's online offering and deliver a safe, engaging and customer-focused experience. She is focused on creating a more connected experience across SkyCity's land-based and online businesses, while building on the strength and trust of the SkyCity brand.

Michelle has over 25 years’ experience in the casino and hospitality industries in New Zealand and has held various senior managerial roles within SkyCity predominantly in casino operations, but also in hotel operations and project management positions.

Michelle was appointed General Manager SkyCity Queenstown in May 2008 and relocated to Hamilton in April 2014 to take up the position of General Manager SkyCity Hamilton. Michelle has overseen a number of positive changes to the Hamilton business achieving record results and winning awards, including Michelle being awarded CEO of the Year in the 2017 Waikato Business Awards.

Michelle has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Philosophy from the University of Canterbury. She was a Board member of the Queenstown Chamber of Commerce from 2012 - 2013, an Executive Committee member of the Hamilton Central Business Association from 2015 – 2016, and a Director of Women in Gaming and Hospitality Australasia from 2018 - 2023. Michelle is currently a trustee and co- chair of the SkyCity Hamilton Community Trust, a member of Global Women in New Zealand and a member of the international committee for Global Gaming Women. 

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+64 9 363 6000
skycitycommunications@skycity.co.nz

Donna has over 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry, most recently as Chief Executive Officer of TSB Bank Limited. Prior to this, she was Chief Executive Officer of The Warehouse Financial Services Group and Managing Director and General Manager New Zealand of Baycorp (NZ) Limited. She has also held a number of senior executive roles with American Express International over a 14-year period across the United Kingdom, New Zealand, India, and Australia.

Donna is a Director of BSP Financial Group Limited, the Incoming Chair of the Young Presidents Organisation (YPO) NZ and Principal Consultant at Green Sheep Consultancy. She is a member of the New Zealand Institute of Directors, the Australia Institute of Company Directors, and Global Women.

Donna holds a Master of Arts in International Business from the Rennes School of Business, France, a Bachelor of Business from the Auckland University of Technology, and a Global Competent Boards Designation (GCB.D) in Sustainability and ESG.

Chair of the People and Culture Committee

Chair of the Transformation Sub-Committee

Member of the Risk and Compliance Committee

Member of the Governance and Nominations Committee

Appointed a director of SkyCity in September 2023, Resides in New Zealand

David has strong gaming experience with over 12 years’ experience at ASX-listed company Tabcorp Holdings Limited as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director. Prior to joining Tabcorp, he was Chief Executive Officer (South Africa) of Phumelela Gaming and Leisure in South Africa and previously held senior roles with a variety of casino and racing organisations.

David is currently a director of Host-Plus Pty Limited, an Australian-based superannuation fund.

David holds an MBA from Henley Business School and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) from the University of Exeter and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Member of the Audit Committee

Member of the People and Culture Committee

Member of the Governance and Nominations Committee

Appointed a director of SkyCity in March 2023, resides in Australia

Elaine Campbell joined SkyCity in March 2025 and serves as Chief Risk & Corporate Officer. She leads SkyCity's risk, legal, governance and corporate affairs functions, providing strategic oversight across a broad portfolio of responsibilities in a complex and highly regulated operating environment.

Elaine is a highly respected executive with extensive experience leading organisations in heavily regulated industries, including financial services and telecommunications. She brings deep expertise in governance, regulation and capital markets, and is also a non-executive director of NZX Limited.

Phil is the General Counsel and Company Secretary, being appointed to that role in early 2025. Phil is responsible for legal strategy and delivery for the SkyCity Group as well as its Company Secretariat function.

Prior to joining SkyCity in 2022 as Deputy General Counsel and Company Secretary, Phil held senior roles at top law firms in New Zealand and the United Kingdom practising in corporate, mergers & acquisitions and capital markets laws.

Phil is a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand and holds Law (Honours) and Finance degrees from the University of Auckland.