Chris McDermott

Chris McDermott is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in brand management, communications, and customer experience across various organizations. Currently serving as GM Brand & Communications and Chief Information Officer at Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research since March 2017, Chris has previously held key roles, including Head of Innovation at Designworks Ltd and various leadership positions at Kiwibank, focusing on market strategy, product management, and customer experience transformation. Chris's career began at Telecom New Zealand, where responsibilities included leading customer experience initiatives. Academic qualifications include a Master of Science with 1st Class Honours in Marine Ecology and a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology, both from Victoria University of Wellington.