The Horticulture Conference 2018 / 23–25 July 2018 / Christchurch

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Bruce Robertson

Bruce Robertson
vegetables.co.nz

Biography

Bruce Robertson is one of New Zealand’s most experienced advocates and lobbyist having completed 21 years as Chief Executive of Hospitality NZ and prior to that being a senior executive with Federated Farmers. He also has significant governance experience as current Deputy Chair of Service IQ, Current Board Member of Christchurch Casinos Ltd and currently a consultant to the Board of Skyline Enterprises Ltd. Bruce is also the Independent Chair of the Gaming Machine Association of NZ and Advocate for Vegetables.co.nz.

In his spare time Bruce enjoys following all sport (from the couch) and spending time creating pieces of wooden art in his shed. Having recently purchased a Motor Home he is enjoying exploring NZ with his wife Barbara and their two poodles Remy and Beau.

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