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Inspire with Malcolm Johns, Chief Executive of Genesis Energy

Date and Time

Wednesday Sep 2, 2026
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM NZST

Please arrive at 7:30am for a 7:45am start.

Inspire brings new inspirational speaker(s) each month to share their story and connect like-minded people.

Location

Gallagher Hub, Events Room 1, Wintec CBD. View the map here.

Fees/Admission

Free of charge to attend, however, registrations are required.

Register

Description

Join us for an inspiring morning with Malcolm Johns, Chief Executive of Genesis Energy, as he shares the experiences, decisions and leadership lessons that have shaped his remarkable career.

From his roots in the Waikato as a University of Waikato graduate, to leading one of New Zealand's largest energy companies, Malcolm's career is a powerful example of how curiosity, adaptability and strong leadership can open doors to extraordinary opportunities. Throughout his journey he has led organisations across the transport, tourism, infrastructure and energy sectors including Chief Executive roles at Christchurch Airport and InterCity Group, and held several governance roles, navigating periods of significant change while delivering long-term growth and impact.

Malcolm will reflect on the pivotal moments that influenced his career, the challenges that tested his leadership, and the lessons he has learned from leading organisations through transformation and uncertainty. He will share insights into what it takes to build trust, inspire high-performing teams, make difficult decisions, and continue growing as a leader in an increasingly complex world.

Whether you're an emerging leader, business owner, professional or simply looking for inspiration, this discussion will provide practical leadership insights, and valuable reflections on what it takes to lead with purpose and impact.

• Event sponsored by Vision Complete Earthworks
• Venue is provided by Wintec
• Speaker gifts are provided by Wild River & Co
• Coffee provided by Corporate Coffee

Tea and coffee will be available.

For enquiries or to cancel your registration email events@waikatochamber.co.nz

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About Malcolm Johns
Malcolm Johns is Chief Executive of Genesis Energy. He joined Genesis in 2023 following his tenure as Chief Executive of Christchurch Airport, and is responsible for leadership, strategic direction and management of Genesis’ business interests.

He is Convenor of the Climate Leaders Coalition and served as Chair of the APEC Business Advisory Council leading the regional trade policy task force for climate change. Malcolm has also been Chief Executive of InterCity Group and held several governance roles within New Zealand’s transport, infrastructure and tourism sectors.

He has a Bachelor of Management Studies at the University of Waikato and has completed a range of executive leadership programs through Wharton Business School (USA), IESE (Spain), CIEBS (China), Northwestern University (USA) and the University of Cambridge (UK).