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Billy is responsible for Transporting New Zealand’s government relations and sector advocacy, with a particular focus on freight efficiency, workforce development and decarbonisation.

Recent projects include supporting the introduction of the temporary residence pathway for migrant drivers, Transporting New Zealand’s Green Compact Framework, and developing a suite of proposed changes to Land Transport Rules alongside other industry groups and stakeholders. Previously a senior advisor at Police National Headquarters and solicitor in Simpson Grierson’s public law team, Billy has a broad range of experience in public and private sector advocacy.

Bryan is one of the leading roading engineering specialists in Australia and New Zealand. He is chair of the National Technical Pavements Group, a NZ industry best practice and road engineering group comprised of leading experts from consultants, contractors, industry associations, local government and NZTA.

Bryan’s current responsibilities as Technical Director – Pavements & Laboratories include strategic leadership for road pavement and materials engineering, training and research at Fulton Hogan. Bryan has authored or co-authored over 100 technical papers in New Zealand and internationally. He has been involved in NZ freight industry since 1986, particularly in assessing the effect of heavy vehicle loads on pavements and surfacings.

Dr Pidwerbesky is a Chartered Professional Engineer, Distinguished Fellow of Engineering NZ and Senior Adjunct Fellow in Civil Engineering at the University of Canterbury, Christchurch. He was the winner of the Australasian Fleet Champions Award in 2020 for his 3 decades of research and practice in the skid resistance and safety of different surfacings under heavy commercial vehicles.

Charlaine has worked in executive leadership roles managing employees both nationally and internationally for 20 years within large corporate, public sector and privately owned enterprises. With a strong strategic focus and commercial acumen, Charlaine’s career has encompassed a variety of Human Resources roles.
Charlaine holds a Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) with a double-major in Human Resources Management and Communications Management, is a Chartered Member of HRNZ and holds a Private Investigator’s Licence.

Charlene Sell 

Charlene is a Partner in Wynn Williams’ commercial team. She advises both established, and early- and high-growth businesses, at all stages of the business lifecycle. She has vast experience in commercial contracting, including preparing and advising on contracts for goods and services and terms of trade. Charlene is known for her solutions-oriented approach to drafting and negotiating contracts, ensuring that they are fit for purpose and user-friendly. She also helps business owners protect their personal assets from business risks.

Charlene has extensive experience in assisting clients with succession planning for their businesses.  She often helps business owners “get their house in order” in preparation for the sale of their business, including advising on the effect on employees, client/supplier arrangements, and asset protection.

Danita Ferreira 

Danita advises clients on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, with particular expertise in mergers and acquisitions, restructuring corporate advisory and governance. She provides clients with tailored advice on navigating the complexities of business transactions and enjoys helping business owners plan for the future, whether that involves an exit strategy, family succession or the sale of the business.

Danita’s expertise extends to advising on shareholder arrangements, joint ventures, capital raising, and other key elements for business continuity and growth. She works with clients ranging from start-ups to multinational corporations across diverse sectors and industries. Her pragmatic, future-focused approach ensures that clients’ business plans align with their broader business objectives, whether aiming for growth, a smooth leadership transition or a successful exit.

Cameron, boasts a 20-year career in economics, having served as the Chief Economist at ANZ for over 11 years and holding positions at the National Bank, Treasury, and Statistics New Zealand. Rooted in his mainland heritage, Cameron’s approach to economics is both pragmatic and unbiased. He is not aligned to any financial organisation and has the experience and credibility to tackle tough economic issues and take a stand.

He takes a direct, straight-talking approach. His ability to communicate trends and developments in layperson’s language gives clients a framework to think about the issues that affect them.