PrintNZ Board of Management (BOM)
The role of the Board of Management (BOM) is to set the direction for and oversee the operation of the organisation. Board members are elected by the membership at the AGM each year, with the exception of the position held by PrintNZ
Fred Soar
SCG Ltd – Joint Managing Director
Fred Soar is joint Managing Director of SCG, an organisation formed by the merger of Soar Printing and ICG in 2021. SCG is New Zealand’s largest independent communications group.
With over 150 staff, SCG draws on the print, logistics and packaging expertise of Soar Print combined with the creative, publishing and large format expertise of ICG, delivering purpose-defined creative, content, print and delivery services across all relevant consumer touchpoints for clients big and small.
Ruth Cobb
Ruth has worked at PrintNZ since 1998 in a number of roles and was appointed Chief Executive in 2014.
Ruth’s experience and expertise in the industry enables her to lead the team and provide a broad range of services to the membership and the industry. “Our industry is made up of businesses that range from the very small owner/operator through to large multi-nationals that all produce a variety of fantastic work and it is very rewarding to be able to work with the people in these businesses.”
We all have the same goal – to promote print as a positive communication tool and ensure that we have a strong and vibrant industry as we co-exist with the digital world to create an unlimited array of options to communicate effectively.
Jill Cowling
Jill joined Blue Star Group in 1998 as the Group IT Manager and held roles in both Australia and New Zealand covering IT solutions, e-commerce and marketing strategy. Jill was appointed Chief Operating Officer in 2016 and Chief Executive in 2017. Blue Star have a strong belief that their people are their greatest asset and are key to achieving the company’s goals and this is reflected in their commitment to training.
Jill is a strong believer in the industry working collectively for mutual advancement.
Angela Nauck
Angela joined Torque Digital in 2018 and was appointed General Manager in 2021. A national powerhouse of large-format digital print, Torque prioritises leading-edge technology, trusted relationships, and providing development opportunities for its valued team.
Angela is a chartered accountant turned business leader, who has quickly become passionate about the New Zealand print industry and contributing to the Board from her own experiences and learnings.
Matt Wilson
Matt is the Chief Operating Officer for NZME Publishing. “The industry has given me a lot over the past 30 years and I am very keen to give back. I believe that my skills and experience will be of benefit to the Board and the industry.
The industry has been through some enormous challenges over recent years. I am genuinely excited about what can be achieved by working together more, investing in our people and collectively tackling how we become more sustainable.”
Penelope Savidan
Penelope has been Managing Director of family owned B & F Papers for the past eight years. She believes the need to “attract young blood and fresh talent” is a priority for the print sector, and was keen to join the Board and be part of a team that is tasked with creating forward-looking vision for the industry.