New Zealand King Salmon
Katie Bennett has extensive work experience in finance and management roles. Katie is currently working as the Head of Finance and Sustainability at New Zealand King Salmon, a position they have held since October 2023. Prior to this, they worked as the Financial Controller at the same company from June 2022 to October 2023. Before joining New Zealand King Salmon, Katie worked as a Financial Controller at PHI International from January 2022 to June 2022. Katie also has a background in auditing, having worked as a Manager at EY from October 2017 to January 2022. Before that, they held positions as an Assistant Manager and Auditor at the same company between April 2017 and October 2017, and between February 2013 and April 2017, respectively. Katie'searlier experience includes a managerial role at Trouble & Fox from October 2011 to December 2012.
Katie Bennett completed their Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Accounting and Marketing at the Nelson Marlbourough Institute of Technology from 2011 to 2012. Prior to that, they earned their Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Accounting from the University of Otago between 2008 and 2011. Katie also attended Nelson College for Girls from 2005 to 2007 and Baradene College from 2001 to 2004, where the fields of study and degree names are unknown. In 2016, they obtained the Chartered Accountant (CA) certification from Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand.
New Zealand King Salmon
We believe in creating the ultimate salmon experience, and, with more than 30 years of history in farming and processing this rare species, and as the world’s largest producer, we consider ourselves the King salmon experts. We’re proud that our King salmon is the highest-quality, tastiest salmon you can get, but we’re also invested in making sure our salmon is one of the most environmentally friendly ways to grow nutritious and safe protein. Our high-value brands each target the needs of a specific customer segment, with stories connecting our special place, product and people with a discerning audience of consumers, chefs and trade professionals around the world. With our premium foodservice brand, Ōra King, we are one of the first protein companies in the world to achieve branding all the way through to the restaurant menu. Our leading retail brand, Regal, is positioned around Marlborough’s unique provenance story with significant consumer recognition in New Zealand. Southern Ocean, our other retail brand, is loved by consumers for its value and convenience. In September 2016, we launched a premium pet food brand – Omega Plus – into a new consumer category, using our King salmon by-products as the number-one ingredient. The future sustainability of our business is built not only on a fabulous product, but also on the expertise, commitment and resilience of our team. With approximately 500 team members , predominantly based in Marlborough and Nelson, we are a significant employer for the region, requiring a diverse range of skills and experience. We want to help our community prosper by providing an increasing number of “green jobs” in our region, committing to fair pay, attracting and nurturing talent, maintaining a safe, happy and productive workplace and driving an engaged culture. To find out more, visit kingsalmon.co.nz Ownership: Listed on the NZX & ASX