Source: NZ news tips
Message: 28 January 2025 – Wellington, New Zealand. Australasian business solutions company Fusion5 has announced the appointment of Kristy Brown as Chief Executive Officer for its New Zealand operations.
The appointment will see Fusion5 Australia and New Zealand led respectively by Sven Martin and Kristy Brown. Martin took on the initial Australia/New Zealand CEO role in 2023 and will now be entirely focused on the market expansion and growth opportunities in Australia.
“Appointing dual CEOs in New Zealand and Australia is essential for realising the growth potential in both countries,” says Rebecca Tohill, Fusion5 Executive Chair. “It will allow us to harness local energy and drive without distraction as Fusion5 evolves from a business solutions provider to a transformation partner specialising in systems integration and delivering high-value, holistic solutions.”
“Kristy has an impressive track record at Fusion5, particularly in advancing our Microsoft capabilities and business,” says Sven Martin, Fusion5 CEO – Australia. “We’ve collaborated successfully over the years, and I’m genuinely excited for her. With her as my counterpart in New Zealand, I can provide dedicated focus on the Australian market, ensuring both regions thrive.”
An experienced business leader, Brown joined Fusion5 in 2016 and built a highly successful Microsoft practice within New Zealand. Brown was appointed Fusion5’s Chief Microsoft Officer – Australia/New Zealand in 2024. Today, Fusion5’s multi-award-winning Microsoft practice constitutes over 60% of its revenue.
Brown is also known for her commitment to mentoring and nurturing the next generation of talent within the business.
“I’m truly excited to be leading Fusion5 New Zealand,” says Brown, “and I appreciate the trust the business continues to show in me and the support from those around me. Being appointed to this role is a privilege and an opportunity for Fusion5 to bring significant performance improvements for our local customers. As we grow, we never want to lose sight of what’s important to our customers and our people. With dual CEOs in place, we can do this – and more – effectively and at scale.”
“Kristy has outstanding market engagement skills; her passion, drive, and ability to connect with customers, partners, and our people make her the ideal leader to propel our growth in New Zealand,’ says Tohill. “Between Sven and Kristy, Fusion5 is in the best possible hands.”