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PLANTWIDE LEADERSHIP TEAM
Our board of leaders and experts bring a wealth of experience and diverse perspectives to guide and shape the strategic direction of Plantwide Control. Committed to excellence, sustainability, and innovation, our Board plays a pivotal role in steering to success.
ANTHONY EDMONDS
Anthony currently serves as the New Zealand Country Head for Apex Group NZ, which is an investment business administering over $150 billion of Kiwi investors’ funds. With a drive for innovation, Anthony is behind the launch of multiple leading investment focused companies - most notably one of New Zealand's fastest growing online investment platforms - InvestNow. Anthony’s exceptional ability to passionately drive and support initiatives that genuinely benefit people underscores his leadership both within and beyond his role at Plantwide.
EARL BAMBER
Esteemed inductee of the FIA Motorsport Hall of Fame and one of New Zealand’s eminent sportsmen, Earl rose from early days in the Carrera Cup Asia to the prestigious LMP1 program, claiming victory at the iconic Le Mans race on two occasions. Beyond the race track, Earl assumes directorial roles in multiple enterprises, notably spearheading the globally renowned Porsche-powered race team, 'Earl Bamber Motorsport'. His extensive expertise in business, strategic development, fast-paced decision making, and operational management makes him a valuable asset to Plantwide Controls leadership team.
RICHIE SMITH
With over 20 years of national and international executive leadership roles, coupled with an extensive background in change management, Richie brings pivotal experience to the wheelhouse of Plantwide Control. His leadership roles have seen him involved in some of New Zealand's greatest success stories and companies, covering diverse industries including dairy, agriculture, telecommunications, technology and tourism. Richie’s wealth of experience serves as a cornerstone in steering Plantwide Control towards sustained growth and development.
MAX EDMONDS
With a passion for industrial process and all things innovative in the space, Max’s journey has seen him working the lead with some of New Zealand and Australia's most advanced automation, robotics and engineering projects and companies. With 15 years industry experience, Max is a registered electrician who pursued studies in Electronic Engineering. He holds TUV safety certification and E&I certification, thereby qualifying him to oversee the technical delivery of Plantwide Control’s operations.
PLANTWIDE PARTNERS
Plantwide Control takes pride in recognition as systems integrators, certified solution providers, industry partners, and distributors of the most robust and reliable products in the modern industrial world.
Established to support our in-house capability is our network of manufacturers and distributors who secure our ability to deliver services and solutions to an industry leading level. Plantwide Control are committed to standing behind all our partner brands, guaranteeing their durability, serviceability, and quality without compromise.
SYSTEMS INTEGRATORS, PARTNERS AND INSTALLERS
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