Julian Cook was appointed a Director of the SkyCity Board in June 2021 after obtaining all necessary regulatory approvals. Julian Cook is Chair of the People & Culture, and Governance & Nominations Committees and a member of the Audit and Risk & Compliance Committees. 

Julian Cook was appointed Chair of the SkyCity Board effective from 1 January 2022 following Rob Campbell’s retirement from the Board.

Julian Cook 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, Mr Cook 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. 

He is currently a director of WEL Networks Limited and Winton Property Limited and holds a Master of Finance from Victoria University and a Master of Science from the University of Waikato.

Sue Suckling is a member of the Governance & Nominations and Risk & Compliance Committees.

Appointed a Director of SkyCity in May 2011

Sue Suckling is an independent director and consultant with over 25 years in commercial corporate governance. She is recognised for her leadership in the technology innovation space and her deep governance experience.

Sue is currently the Chair of the Insurance & Financial Services Ombudsman Scheme Commission, Jacobsen Holdings Limited, 5th Element Limited, Eat My Lunch Limited, Rubix Limited, Jade Software Corporation Limited and Taska Prosthetics Limited. Previous governance roles include chairing NIWA, the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and AgriQuality Limited, and as a director of Restaurant Brands Limited, Westpac Investments Limited and the New Zealand Dairy Board. She holds an OBE for her contribution to New Zealand business.

Sue is a Chartered Fellow of the New Zealand Institute of Directors and a Companion of the Royal Society of New Zealand.

Chad Barton is the Chair of the Audit Committee and a member of the People & Culture and Governance & Nominations Committees.

Appointed a Director of SkyCity in June 2021.

Chad Barton has extensive experience across finance, capital markets, mergers, acquisitions and property development. He is currently the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Nuix Limited, an ASX-listed global software company, and was the Chief Financial Officer of ASX-listed companies The Star Entertainment Group Limited from 2014 to 2019 and Salmat Limited from 2009 to 2014.

Prior to this, he was Chief Financial Officer of the Australia and New Zealand business of Electronic Data Systems from 2006 to 2009.

Chad, as founding Chairperson, established Women in Gaming & Hospitality Australasia to achieve gender equity and support the development and success of women in the gaming industry.

He is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and Chartered Accountants ANZ and holds a Bachelor of Business from the University of Technology in Sydney

Kate Hughes is the Chair of the Risk and Compliance Committee and a member of the Audit and Governance & Nominations Committees.

Kate Hughes was appointed a Director of SkyCity in September 2022​

Melbourne-based Kate Hughes is an experienced non-executive director, holding board and committee roles across a diverse portfolio, including the Victorian Department of Justice and Community Safety, Department of Transport, Department of Health, SuniTAFE and Lower Murray Water. She also holds committee roles with two Commonwealth regulators, Comcare and Seacare Authority and the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority.

Prior to embarking on a governance career, Ms Hughes 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.

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

Glenn Davis is a member of the Governance & Nominations and Risk & Compliance Committees.

Glenn Davis was appointed a Director of SkyCity in September 2022​

Adelaide-based Glenn Davis 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 the ASX.

Mr Davis has extensive board experience across the public, private, family and government sectors. He is currently the Chair of ASX-listed companies Beach Energy Limited and iTech Minerals Limited. He is also chair of a num ber of large private companies with broad board experience over many years in the manufacturing, resources, retail, property, seafood and primary production industries.

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

David Attenborough is a member of the Governance & Nominations, People & Culture, and Audit Committees.

David Attenborough was appointed a Director of SkyCity in March 2023.​

Sydney-based David Attenborough has strong gaming experience with over twelve years’ experience at ASX-listed Tabcorp Holdings Limited as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.  Prior to joining Tabcorp, Mr Attenborough 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.  He is currently a non-executive director of Hostplus, an Australian-based superannuation fund.

Mr Attenborough holds an MBA from Henley Business School, and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) from the University of Exeter.

Michael was appointed Chief Executive Officer in November 2020. He joined SkyCity in December 2017 as Group Chief Operating Officer and was responsible for driving value across SkyCity’s properties in New Zealand and Australia. Michael
also led SkyCity’s online gaming strategy, including overseeing the establishment of SkyCity Online Casino in 2019.

Michael’s extensive global experience in the gaming industry spans over 20 years across multiple sectors, including land-based and online casinos, as well as retail and online sports betting.

Prior to joining SkyCity, Michael held a number of senior commercial, operational and product leadership roles at Paddy Power Betfair, one of the world leaders in sports betting and gaming.

Michael was formerly the Chief Operating Officer for Aristocrat in the Australia and New Zealand regions and has held several senior management positions at The Star Casino in Sydney.

Michael is a qualified accountant and holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Technology, Sydney.

Julie joined SkyCity in May 2021 and is our Chief Financial Officer, responsible for the financial management of SkyCity, including reporting, treasury, risk management and corporate development.

Julie is a highly experienced executive who has worked in senior finance roles with the Shell Group internationally, and previously held positions at Fletcher Challenge Energy, BBC Worldwide Publishing and Deloitte & Touche.

Julie is a University of Waikato graduate and is a Chartered Accountant (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand). 

Callum was appointed Chief Operating Officer New Zealand in February 2021 and has operating responsibility for SkyCity’s New Zealand businesses, including the day-to-day operations of SkyCity Auckland.

Callum has significant gaming and hospitality experience having held a number of senior roles at SkyCity since joining in 2009, 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.

He 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.

David Christian has more than 30 years’ experience in hospitality, casino, and hotel management in Australia and Asia.  

David has spent the past 20+ years in Executive Management and General Management.

David is responsible for SkyCity’s Adelaide business and overseeing SkyCity Group’s International gaming business.

Since joining SkyCity in 2005, David’s held a number of senior roles. In addition to COO and GM of SkyCity Adelaide, David’s also had appointments as General Manager SkyCity Darwin, Auckland and Hamilton.

Most recently, in early 2021, David was promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer of SkyCity Australia, following three years as the General Manager of SkyCity Adelaide. In his time at SkyCity Adelaide David’s been responsible for overseeing its $330 million transformation, one of the most significant private investment projects in Adelaide’s CBD in recent memory. 

The transformation consists of a 120-room hotel, Eos by SkyCity, expanded gaming and various new signature bars and restaurants, as well as a major restoration of the heritage building.

Prior to joining SkyCity David spent two decades with The Federal Group, based in a number of their casinos and resorts including venues in Singapore, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, Launceston and Darwin.

David holds an MBA from Deakin University in Victoria as well as a Diploma of Hospitality Management from Drysdale House in Tasmania.

Jo joined SkyCity as Senior Legal Counsel in January 2009 and was appointed as General Counsel and Company Secretary in September 2016. She is responsible for SkyCity’s legal, company secretarial, regulatory affairs and anti-money laundering functions and is designated as SkyCity’s Chief Privacy Officer.

Jo has over 20 years’ experience in both private practice and in-house legal roles. Before joining SkyCity in 2009, she held General Counsel and Group Corporate Counsel roles in the New Zealand financial services industry and was a Senior Solicitor at Russell McVeagh, one of the leading law firms in New Zealand.

Jo was a finalist in the In-House Lawyer of the Year category in the 2019 and 2020 New Zealand Law Awards and was recognised in New Zealand Lawyer’s 2019 and 2020 In-House Leaders lists as one of the leading lawyers across New Zealand.

Jo is a graduate of the 2017 Global Women Breakthrough Leaders Programme, is a member of New Zealand Asian Leaders and holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts from Victoria University of Wellington 

Carolyn joined SkyCity in the newly created role of Chief Risk Officer in April 2023.

Carolyn is an experienced risk executive with an extensive career in the banking and finance industry. Carolyn's most recent role prior to starting at SkyCity was as Chief Risk Officer at Westpac New Zealand.  Prior to this, Carolyn held a number of senior risk roles across Australia and New Zealand, including Chief Risk Officer at Bankwest (Commonwealth Bank of Australia), Chief Risk Officer at Sovereign Assurance, and Chief Credit Officer, Acting Chief Risk Officer and Head of Credit Risk Management at ASB Bank Limited.  Carolyn is also a director of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia. 

Nirupa joined SkyCity as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer in June 2021 and is responsible for leading SkyCity’s corporate affairs activities, including government, community and industry stakeholder relations and SkyCity’s public policy and advocacy.

Nirupa joined SkyCity from the Office of the Mayor of Auckland, where she was Chief of Staff. Prior to this, she ran Mayor Phil Goff’s successful mayoral campaign in 2016 and worked in Parliament as a Political and Media Advisor. Early in her career, she was a Senior Solicitor specialising in refugee and humanitarian law.

Nirupa holds a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Health Science from the University of Auckland.

Since joining SkyCity in September 2007, Simon has held a number of roles, including General Manager Adelaide Casino, General Manager Hotels SkyCity Auckland and Acting General Manager SkyCity Auckland.

As General Manager NZICC, Simon oversees the development of SkyCity’s New Zealand International Convention Centre and Horizon Hotel project in Auckland. He is also responsible for health and safety at SkyCity.

With more than 30 years’ experience in large-scale hospitality businesses, Simon brings a wealth of commercial experience and tourism know-how to the SkyCity business.

Greg joined SkyCity in 2017 and has enjoyed two technology leadership roles prior to being appointed Chief Information Officer in April 2023. As CIO, Greg overseas all aspects of the organisation’s technology strategy, including the development and execution of the company’s digital transformation initiatives. Additionally, he is responsible for leveraging emerging technologies to transform business processes, drive operational efficiency and enhance the customer experience.  

Prior to joining SkyCity, Greg held senior technology leadership positions across a range of sectors including banking, insurance, local government, and telecommunications. He has worked in a venture incubator and experimented with commercialising concepts through technology start up to bring new products to market. Greg has over 25 years of experience in NZ, throughout Europe, the United Kingdom, and North America.

Greg holds a B.Sc. (Hons) degree from Leeds Beckett University, United Kingdom and NZCEng. from Central Institute of Technology, New Zealand.

Michelle has over 24 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 and was on the Executive Committee of the Hamilton Central Business Association from 2015 – 2016. Michelle is currently a trustee of the SkyCity Hamilton Community Trust and a board member of Women in Gaming and Hospitality Australasia.

Steve joined SkyCity in February 2019 in the newly created role of SkyCity Online Director and is currently Managing Director SkyCity Malta.  Based in the United Kingdom, Steve is responsible for developing and leading SkyCity’s online gaming strategy, including overseeing the operations of the SkyCity Online Casino.  He was instrumental in the development and launch of the SkyCity Online Casino in 2019. 

The SkyCity Online Casino is operated out of Malta by international iGaming company Gaming Innovation Group Inc (GiG) on behalf of SkyCity Malta Limited, an independently operated subsidiary of SkyCity.  GiG provides a full-suite online casino solution, including a technical platform, gaming content, managed services and front-end development.

Stewart Neish was appointed President of International Business in June 2017 and is responsible for the positioning and development of SkyCity’s international gaming business.

Stewart has operational experience across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Africa and Latin America and has extensive experience in VIP gaming operations and customer development strategies. Stewart holds a Bachelor of Business and an Advanced Diploma in International Hotel Management.

Jonathan Browne joined SkyCity in May 2015 and is responsible for overseeing the operations of SkyCity Queenstown Casino and SkyCity Wharf Casino in Queenstown. Commencing his career in tourism, Jono travelled widely before returning to New Zealand and a role with Lion Nathan in Wellington. Jonathan progressed to Area Manager with Lion Nathan before joining the gaming industry in 2008.

Jono has since held roles as National Accounts Manager for International Gaming Technology (NZ) and more recently General Manager for United Gaming while balancing his role as director for a hospitality venue company. He holds qualifications in Marketing and Tourism, a post graduate certificate in Management and an MBA from Victoria University.