Evening Inspire - a chat with Simon Graafhuis
Date and Time
Wednesday Aug 2, 2023
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM NZST
Inspire brings a new inspirational speaker each month to share their story and connect like-minded people.
Location
Venue: Events Room 1, Wintec Te Pukenga CBD.
Fees/Admission
Free of charge to attend, however, registrations are required.

Description
Join us for the next evening Inspire - a chat with Simon Graafhuis, CEO of the Chiefs Rugby Club.
Simon has had a range of experience throughout the Waikato including at Gallaghers and recently joining the Chiefs. He also holds a number of rugby and education governance roles. Join us at the August Inspire as we learn more about his journey.
Simon's bio
CEO - Chiefs Rugby Club - Nov 2022
CFO – Gallagher – Dec 2008 – Oct 2022
Group Financial Controller – LIC – Jun 2007 – Dec – 2008
Various Finance Roles – Fonterra/NZ Dairy Group – 1995-2008
Governance Roles
Interim Chair - Chiefs Rugby Club – 2020-2022
Independent Director – Chiefs Rugby Club – Oct 2018
Ministerial Appointee - University Of Waikato Council – Oct 2017 –
Ministerial Appointee – Rototuna High Schools Establishment Board
Chair – Rototuna Primary School Board of Trustee
Committee Member/Coach/Manager – Taupiri Rugby Club – 2008 - 2023
Complimentary nibbles provided by Zenders Café and cash bar is available.
Inspire events are sponsored by Vison Complete Earthworks
Speaker gifts are provided by Alexmarie Flowers, Plants and Gifts.