The New Zealand Olympic Committee and Commonwealth Games Association (NZOC) has nominated Kereyn Smith, CNZM as a candidate for President of the Commonwealth Games Federation.
Former CEO and Secretary General of the NZOC (eds 2011 – 2022), Smith is a proven leader with more than twenty years’ experience in Commonwealth and Olympic sport. She has a track-record of inclusive leadership, good governance and a deep respect for athletes.
Currently Vice-President of the CGF, Smith has demonstrated her commitment to a shared vision for Commonwealth Sport and stands ready to optimise its potential and unique place in global sport.
NZOC President Liz Dawson said she’s delighted to be nominating Smith for the pivotal role.
“We know Kereyn has what it takes to bring strength and modernity to the movement,” she said. “Commonwealth Sport is hugely important to New Zealand and moments created at the Games have helped shape who we are as a proud, sporting nation. We’re honoured to be supporting her candidacy.”
Dawson added that Smith has the expertise and values to lead Commonwealth Sport into the future.
“Kereyn is future-focused with ambition and clarity of vision. She sees opportunities for Commonwealth Sport and the Games to create greater impact, connecting new audiences in exciting, innovative and sustainable ways.
“If elected, we have no doubt she’ll enhance Commonwealth Sport, accelerating pathways to inclusive sport and communities and ensuring athletes, and each of the diverse 74 Commonwealth Games Associations (CGA) are front and centre of the Movement.“
The NZOC has also nominated former New Zealand hockey international and NZOC Board Member Graham Child as Oceania representative on the CGF Sports Committee. Child would bring his experience as an athlete, coach, sports administrator and senior manager and director to the table.
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