Sam King

Background

About Sam King

I am passionate about making a difference through good economics, positive high performing team culture, and strategic leadership. I do this with pragmatism, intellectual horsepower, setting clear expectations and emotional intelligence. I can have the tough conversations with stakeholders that enables me to lead, influence and advise. I have a strong focus on managing risk and maximising opportunities, with expertise in the New Zealand food and fibre sector. My key skills are: • strong intellectual, strategic and emotional leadership, • building positive work culture and high performing teams, • practical understanding of the impacts of policy • in depth knowledge of sustainability and climate change issues. • in depth knowledge of public finance systems and the machinery of government • excellent economic analysis, • trusted and respected judgement, • ability to advise policy makers strategically, succinctly and frankly, both orally and in writing, • skilful relationship management with a diverse range of stakeholders