Craig Ryan

Craig Ryan is a seasoned professional in people and culture leadership, currently serving as the Head of People & Culture at Spark New Zealand since October 2022. In this role, Craig oversees the people and culture agenda for the Enterprise, Government & Sales segment, leading a team of business partners and working closely with the Customer Director to foster a high-performing and inclusive culture. Prior to this, Craig held several significant positions, including GM of People, Culture & Transformation for Spark's CCL subsidiary, and Head of People Experience Consulting at Auckland Transport, where responsibilities included leading talent acquisition strategies and managing a response program during the COVID-19 pandemic. Craig's diverse experience spans roles in major organizations such as ISS Facility Services and St John New Zealand, with a strong educational background in Human Resource Management and Organizational Change from reputable institutions.