New: Executive Exchange programme 

What's involved?

As a CEO or senior leader you will be paired with another Executive in a different Forum organisation with comparable levels of hazards and risks to facilitate a one-day (or longer if both parties agree) exchange.

The programme delivers affirmation of current practices, sparks innovation and encourages fresh reflection.

You don't get those eureka moments sitting in your own organisation talking to yourself.

What members are saying

In 2025 six Forum Executives took part in this programme as a trial and found:

  • Exposure to another organisation's documentation and processes prompted participants to re-evaluate their own practices and led to inspiration for innovaton, consideration of change and affirmation of current work
  • Despite sector differences, participants found common ground in their challenges
  • Curiousity was essential to uncovering valuable insights
  • The exchange created a trusted environment for open conversations, allowing participants to explore ideas and seek independent perspectives. 

Penny Nelson (CEO, Department of Conservation) and Andrew McLeod (CEO, Northpower) on a site visit to Aoraki Mt Cook as part of their exchange in 2025.

Keen to get involved?

Register now for the Forum's 2026 Executive Exchange programme. If you're a Chief Executive or General Manager and keen to get involved get in touch with us.

Was fascinating learning what a different board is asking and thinking about - it's already helped me feedback to my board on new questions we can ask.