Ben Appoints a New Chair and Trustees

Permanent Chair appointed to New Zealand Institute of Advanced Technology

Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Penny Simmonds has announced the appointment of Steve O'Connor as permanent Chair of the New Zealand Institute of Advanced Technology (NZIAT). “Steve has served as Establishment Chair of NZIAT since January 2026 and has provided strong leadership and governance during the critical foundation phase,” Ms Simmonds says. "NZIAT’s initial work includes investment in advanced materials and magnetic technolog…

Ben appoints new chair and trustees, including former Sytner Group CEO

Former Sytner Group CEO Darren Edwards is one of four new trustees at automotive industry charity Ben, which has also appointed Jonathan Hewett as chair.

Ben appoints a new chair and trustees

Automotive charity Ben has appointed a new Chair and four new Trustees. Jonathan Hewett (pictured) has been appointed as chair of Ben, alongside new trustees Darren Edwards, Georgina Hoare, Damian Oton and Pia Wilkes CBE. Hewett said: “It is a privilege to join Ben at such a pivotal moment. The charity has an ambitious vision for the future and an increasingly important role to play in helping shape a healthier, more resilient automotive industr…

Ben Strengthens Board With Five Key Appointments

Automotive charity Ben, has announced the appointment of a new Chair and four new Trustees as it enters an exciting new chapter in its ambition to transform the future of health and wellbeing across the automotive industry. The appointments come as Ben embarks on developing its long-term vision to help create an industry where everyone...

Jonathan Hewett named new chair of Ben

Automotive charity Ben has appointed Thatcham Research CEO Jonathan Hewett as new chair. Meanwhile, four new trustees have also been appointed to support Ben’s strategy to evolve its services, expand […] The post Jonathan Hewett named new chair of Ben first appeared on Bodyshop Magazine.