Tim McCready is a strategist, advisor and business commentator who helps organisations turn ambition into action.

He works at the intersection of government, business and international engagement – advising boards, CEOs and senior leaders on strategy, innovation, trade and investment. With experience spanning New Zealand Trade & Enterprise, The Treasury, MFAT, PwC, Deloitte and global corporates, Tim brings a practical, connected and forward-looking approach to shaping New Zealand’s future.

Public sector strategy and advisory examples

Tim has delivered strategic projects for many of New Zealand’s leading government agencies and Ministries.

  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade (MFAT) – led the content development for New Zealand’s hosting of the APEC CEO Summit, coordinating 91 global speakers including Angela Merkel, Amal Clooney and David Suzuki, shaping discussions on digital disruption, sustainability and ESG.

  • Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) – developed a cross-agency strategy for delivering world-class head-of-government visits to New Zealand, bringing together MFAT, the Department of Prime Minister & Cabinet, NZ Police, the NZ Defence Force, New Zealand Trade & Enterprise, Government House and Premier House.

  • Southeast Asia Centre of Asia-Pacific Excellence (SEA CAPE) – led market immersion programmes across Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, facilitating discussions on trade, investment and New Zealand’s regional positioning.

Corporate engagement examples

Tim advises corporate leaders and boards on long-term strategy, governance and market engagement.

  • PwC New Zealand – contributor to board-level thought-leadership projects on national prosperity.

  • BioPacific Partners – led international investment and innovation projects for major multinationals in the USA, Australia, Europe and Asia, fostering cross-border partnerships in food, health and agritech.

  • Deloitte New Zealand – supported the strategic development of a report exploring the evolving role of chairs in New Zealand governance.

  • Private clients – advisor to New Zealand growth companies on capital raising, market entry and strategic positioning.

Alongside his strategy and advisory work, Tim is a professional MC, moderator and commentator for major business and government events in New Zealand and internationally. He plays a hands-on role in curating and delivering many high-profile business events, where he helps shape themes, develop content, and facilitate discussions with Prime Ministers, Ministers, Ambassadors and CEOs.

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