Leading sports administrator, Kereyn Smith, has taken up her role as Secretary General of the New Zealand Olympic Committee. She was appointed to the position in October. Ms Smith brings with her more than 20 years experience in sport leadership and governance and is the first woman to lead the organisation in its 100 year history. Ms Smith was chosen for her strong leadership ability, strategic expertise and commercial and financial acumen. New Zealand Olympic Committee President Mike Stanley is delighted to welcome Ms Smith to the team. With just 18 months until the London Olympic Games and a changing high performance environment, Kereyn will maximise the value the New Zealand Olympic Committee adds to sport, athletes, commercial partners and all New Zealanders. Ms Smith acknowledges the challenges ahead. New Zealand athletes are committed to achievement at the very highest level, she said. In the changing and fast paced world of high performance sport, this is increasingly challenging. The New Zealand Olympic Committee must play a strong leadership role in ensuring our athletes and sports have what they require to succeed. I am committed to delivering the strategic direction and financial security to achieve this. It is exciting to be part of this drive for success. Former New Zealand Olympic Committee Secretary General Barry Maister will continue to sit on the board of the New Zealand Olympic Committee in his role as a member of the IOC. Kereyn Smith will be based at the New Zealand Olympic Committee head office in Wellington.
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