A key player in New Zealand’s competitive telco market for two decades, Mark has driven multiple strategic acquisitions as head of Vocus Group NZ. In 2022, Mark led the merger of New Zealand’s two leading challenger telcos - Vocus Group NZ and 2degrees, to form a stronger challenger committed to delivering innovation, network investment and strong competition to all market segments.

Before his involvement with Vocus Group NZ and its predecessor companies, Mark spent a good deal of his career in FMCG, where he honed his skills and passion for working in challenger businesses. This also led to an enduring appreciation of the customer in all a business does - a spirit he imbues throughout 2degrees today. As the leader of a dynamic business, Mark believes achieving cultural alignment when merging businesses is crucial in achieving high engagement and successful outcomes across teams.