Our Leadership Team
Roger Abel
Managing Director
Roger began his financial services career in 1987 and over the last 30 years with Rothbury has overseen many company mergers and acquisitions. Under Roger’s leadership, Rothbury has grown into the third largest Insurance Broker in New Zealand and is focused on providing exceptional client service, expert insurance advice and tailored solutions to both businesses and individuals across the country.
Roger is a Board member of the Insurance Brokers Association of New Zealand (IBANZ).
DDI: +64 9 526 8320
ext: 9920
M: +64 21 952 230
roger.abel@rothbury.co.nz
Nathan Barrett
Executive General Manager – IT Operations and Commercial Services
Nathan is a highly experienced and values driven industry leader and joined Rothbury in January 2023 after 17 years at FMG, where most recently he was their Chief Product & Pricing, Underwriting and Claims Officer.
Nathan is responsible for delivering IT services to improve the client and employee experience, and providing companywide strategic leadership as Rothbury continues to grow through delivering an outstanding client experience.
DDI: +64 9 940 7220
ext: 9637
M: +64 27 444 4283
nathan.barrett@rothbury.co.nz
Sandy MacCallum
Chief Financial Officer
Sandy has been in the insurance industry for over 18 years and joined Rothbury as a member of the Executive Leadership Team in 2008.
Sandy is responsible for financial reporting, banking relationships and providing advice on long term business and financial planning for our business. He also manages shareholder relationships and communications, and is a member of the Mergers and Acquisition team.
His role encompasses the leadership of Rothbury Instalment Services and its finance operations.
Sandy is a Chartered Accountant (CAANZ) and a Director of IQumulate Premium Funding.
DDI: +64 9 526 8342
ext: 9942
M: +64 21 416 489
sandy.maccallum@rothbury.co.nz
Rachel McKay
Executive General Manager – People and Culture
Rachel joined Rothbury in August 2022. An executive leader, with over 15 years' experience in HR, Rachel is passionate about building capability, driving change agendas and enabling constructive cultures to deliver business outcomes.
Rachel has worked across different industries to deliver the people strategy, including having worked at Tower, Lumley and Asteron Life.
DDI: +64 9 526 8321
ext: 9921
M: +64 21 862 469
rachel.mckay@rothbury.co.nz
Paul Munton
Executive General Manager - Broking Branches
Paul has been in the insurance industry for over 42 years and has held senior leadership roles in Insurance, Reinsurance, and Insurance Broking. He joined Rothbury as a member of the Executive Leadership Team in 2015.
Paul is responsible for managing our Broking branches and his extensive knowledge and experience means he is adept at driving sales culture and developing strategies to support Rothbury’s business growth.
Paul is a Fellow of ANZIIF, a Qualified Practicing Insurance Broker, and an Associate Member of IBANZ.
DDI: +64 9 580 8444
ext: 9954
M: +64 21 243 9207
paul.munton@rothbury.co.nz
Sheila Redelinghuys
Executive General Manager – Digital Transformation
Sheila joined Rothbury in 2006 and has been a member of the Executive Leadership Team since 2014. She has over 30 years' experience in information technology and project management.
Sheila moved to the role of Executive General Manager - Digital Transformation in January 2023. Under Sheila’s leadership, this will enable Rothbury to accelerate the pace of our digital transformation to enhance our internal systems, add value to clients and help drive the business forward in this digital era.
DDI: +64 9 526 8383
ext: 9906
M: +64 21 33 44 53
sheila.redelinghuys@rothbury.co.nz
Treena Rowley
Executive General Manager – Broking Services and Business Operations
Treena joined Rothbury in January 2022. Treena is widely known as a highly respected professional within the insurance industry, and brings a significant amount of expertise to the Rothbury Executive Team.
Treena has 19 years of experience in the insurance industry, having held various senior commercial broking and insurance management roles across New Zealand for companies including Lumley Insurance, IAG and Crombie Lockwood.
Treena is responsible for developing and supporting insurer relationships, building strategy to grow Rothbury’s business and she acts as a conduit for both the business needs and for operational delivery.
DDI: +64 9 355 7343
ext: 9907
M: +64 21 594 098
treena.rowley@rothbury.co.nz