Brendon O'Connor

Brendon O'Connor has vast experience in various leadership roles spanning over three decades. Brendon currently serves as the Group Managing Director and Chairman at SenateSHJ since 2018. At SenateSHJ, they help clients engage effectively, build relationships, and manage their reputations. Prior to this, they worked as the Director, Consulting at PwC New Zealand from 2016 to 2020. Before joining PwC, Brendon was the Director and Senior Strategy Consultant at O'Connor Sinclair Ltd, where they successfully led a team of professionals providing strategy and operational expertise to clients. Brendon has also served as the Chief Executive Officer at North Harbour Stadium, Head of Sponsorship at Vodafone New Zealand, and GM National Business Development at Buddle Findlay, amongst others. Brendon's roles have encompassed various industries including consulting, telecommunications, sports, and legal, showcasing their diverse skill set and expertise.

Brendon O'Connor earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Economics and Marketing from the University of Otago from 1986 to 1988. Later, they pursued a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree from Cranfield School of Management from 1999 to 2000.