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Shaping success above and below ground – Ali Khan
From Canada to Christchurch, Ali Khan has built her career across industries and now leads the legal team at one of New Zealand’s global tech success stories. She talks about Seequent’s impact, why flexibility matters, and what she values about working with SHIFT.
Reaching new heights at Tower — Victoria Palfrey
Recently promoted to Head of Risk, Remediation & Regulatory Affairs at Tower, Victoria Palfrey shares how her career has evolved and the importance of balance as a working parent.
The GC’s Guide to Good Data Governance
The GC’s Guide to Good Data Governance. Following our successful and informative Shift Advisory and Shift GC Network event month, ‘A GC’s Guide to Data Governance’, we’ve captured insights from our powerhouse panel: Rachel O’Brien – Director at O’Brien Legal Tim Fletcher – Chief Legal and People Officer at Modica Group Rebecca Holdsworth – Head of Privacy and Responsible AI at One NZ Caroline Wishart – Head of Information Management at Fonterra In this article, we share some of their key perspectives on how GCs can navigate the challenges and opportunities of data governance with confidence.
SHIFTing the balance – Kheta Quinn
'SHIFT Advisory lawyer Kheta Quinn shares her journey from private practice to a more balanced life’.
SHIFT the way we lead
Social cohesion is built by leaders who are willing to listen, learn and help others do the same. Shift Advisory client and GC of NZTA Waka Kotahi Meredith Ussher has bought a culture of inclusivity and togetherness to her team in her role as a leader:
SHIFTing the conversation
Social Cohesion in New Zealand Report co-author and chief economist at Simplicity Shamubeel Eaqub, discusses why New Zealand’s social fabric is fraying, why its time for business leaders to step up.





