Alison Barrass

Alison Barrass is an experienced independent director currently serving as the Chair of the Sustainability Advisory Board at Zespri International and holds several key positions including Chair at AA Insurance NZ and Independent Director at Suncorp New Zealand, where Alison also serves as a director on Vero NZ and Vero liability. Barrass has a substantial background in governance, demonstrated through her roles at Babich Wines Ltd, Rockit Global Limited, and the Institute of Directors in New Zealand, among others. With a foundation in marketing and political science from the University of Auckland and the University of Southampton, respectively, Barrass is noted for her strategic contributions in various committees, focusing on sustainability, people and culture, and business innovation.