Board of Directors (from left to right) Wayne Butler Mike Parsell Gary Gwynne Murray Doyle Michael Hill John Ryder Wayne Peters

Michael Hill

The founder of Michael Hill Jeweller Limited in 1979. He is Chairman of the Board. He has more than 40 years of experience in the jewellery industry, including 10 years of management experience before establishing his own business. Aged 61 years, he was appointed to the Board in 1987. Member of Remuneration and Nominations sub-committees.

Mike Parsell

Chief Executive Officer of the Group, Mike was among the first management trainees to join the Company in 1981. He spearheaded the Company’s move into Australia in 1987. Aged 41, he has over 24 years experience in the jewellery industry. Mike was appointed to the Board in 1989 and made joint Managing Director in 1995.

John Ryder - Independent Director

John is a founding shareholder and Joint Managing Director of listed public company, Ryman Healthcare Limited. He is a director of a wide range of private companies. Aged 52 years, he was appointed to the Board in 1987. Member of the Audit, Remuneration and Nominations sub-committees.

Gary Gwynne - Independent Director

He has an extensive background in marketing and advertising and currently operates the "Outdoor Heritage" chain of twenty three apparel stores throughout New Zealand and Australia. Aged 54, he was appointed to the Board in February 1998. Member of the Remuneration and Nominations sub-committees.

Wayne Peters - Independent Director

He joined the Board in February 1999. Wayne, who is 40 and based in Australia has 23 years of experience in retail and investment funds management. He is currently CEO of Peters MacGregor Investments which runs a private investment funds service in Australia and New Zealand. Member of the Audit, Remuneration and Nominations sub-committees.

Murray Doyle - Independent Director

Murray is a Director and substantial shareholder in listed property and investor company, Southern Capital Limited and Wellington department store, Kirkaldie and Stains Limited. Aged 41, he was appointed to the Board in February 2000. Member of the Audit, Remuneration and Nominations sub-committees.

Company Secretary - Wayne Butler

He has a financial background and has worked for the Company for 14 years. Aged 53 years, he has been Secretary of the Board since 1987. Group Financial Controller.