Dr Manoj Patel

Dr Manoj Patel is passionate about, and committed to, improving the healthcare journey of patients.

He has led several key healthcare innovations, including the ACC Escalated Care and High-Tech Imaging initiatives. Throughout his career Manoj has gained experience across a number of domains including digital health, health information and publishing, medical administration as a Director of Medical Services, clinical governance, and health innovation through the re-design of services to be focused on the patient.

Manoj has complemented his training as a doctor with an MBA from Harvard Business School. More recently he has gained his Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators and he has become a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors.

Peter Gudsell

Peter brings extensive experience as a CFO, senior financial leader, and strategist across various sectors, including the Auckland Council Group, Christchurch City Council, and the University of Auckland.Throughout his career, he has led significant initiatives such as addressing Christchurch City Council's $1 billion funding gap and implementing a sustainable finance strategy.

Additionally, Peter played a key role in settling the Council's long-standing insurance claims after the Canterbury Earthquakes and managed Auckland Council's ownership positions on critical assets like Auckland Airport.