Board & Governance

Your Board & Governance Recruitment Specialists

‘Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini.’ Success is achieved not through any individual’s efforts alone, but through the work of the team. In leadership, success looks like alignment of the work of Board and Chief Executive; of strategy, values and performance; and the match of intent with delivery.

The following is an outline of the services that David provides for Boards:

  • Confidential advisory services to Chief Executive and / or to Board on performance and remuneration of either Chief Executive or the Board itself

  • Strategic Advisory

  • Chief Executive KPI performance and development frameworks

  • Establishing Performance & Remuneration Committee Terms of Reference

  • External Advisor on Committees / Chairing

  • Code of Conduct investigation

  • Facilitating strategic workshops

  • Board or Director assessment, review and Competency Frameworks

  • Board and Director placement

  • Organisation Health Checks or Pulse Checks

  • CCO Reviews

  • Board Success Planning frameworks

"David did a fantastic on the appointment of a new Board member. He was able to source potential directors from beyond the typical pools, with the commitment required for a purpose-driven organisation. Strong candidate management and good advice."

OUR PARTNERS INCLUDE

national-hauora-coalition
cort
ngati-hine-health-trust
hineuru
te-pukenga
nzier
haumaru-housing
waitangi-treaty
greater wellington
mercury
st-john
kainga-ora
rotorua-council
archipro
shuttlerock
g-s-technology

Get in Touch

Looking to grow your team or find your next Executive position? Get in touch with the team Tribe Executive for a confidential chat.

Meet the Team


Sandy Gibbs

People, Culture & Capability

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Sandy brings 25+ years of Recruitment experience, and can lean into most disciplines, however her passion for people and capability has resulted in her leading Tribe's HR consulting team, and spearheading executive search across HR and P&C.

Behind every great leadership appointment is rigorous, human-led research. Mia supports the full search lifecycle: market mapping, sourcing, and candidate research for C-suite and governance roles. With curiosity and care, Mia focuses on the detail that makes the difference in executive search.

Zahrah Bashir

Executive Assistant

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Originally from Glasgow, Scotland, Zahrah proudly calls Aotearoa home. As an experienced executive assistant, she’s known for her bubbly personality, calm approach, and sharp organisational skills. Passionate about helping others thrive, she brings warmth and energy to every team she joins.

Insights

Tribe Executive - Finding the right fit for the board

Tribe Executive - Finding the right fit for the board

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David Hammond, Executive Search Lead at Tribe talks about how you can find the right candidate to fit your executive team or board. Learn more here.

Governance in Public vs Private Equity: What Really Drives Board Effectiveness

Governance in Public vs Private Equity: What Really Drives Board Effectiveness

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Governance has never been under greater scrutiny. Public boards face mounting compliance requirements, Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) expectations, and constant market pressure. Private equity-backed boards, meanwhile, are often cast as singularly focused on financial returns. But what’s the reality?

The Importance of the Board

The Importance of the Board

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David Hammond, Head of Executive Search at Tribe talks about the importance of the board in an organisation