James Carmichael

James has over 45 years’ experience in the development of large infrastructure projects – as a professional engineering consultant, and then with PowerGen PLC in the role of Business Development Director in Southeast Asia.

James is a director on the board of The Power Company Ltd, chair of PowerNet, and chair of PowerNet’s Remuneration Committee. He is also a director of Electra Ltd.

He has held several governance roles including directorships on the boards of listed entities, including Ranhill Power (Malaysia) and Vector Ltd (New Zealand). He also provides independent strategic advisory and consulting services to companies seeking to expand their business internationally.

James has a Bachelor of Engineering from Canterbury University, is a fellow of Engineering NZ (FEngNZ) and is a chartered member of the Institute of Directors New Zealand (CMInstD). He is also an alumnus of the Columbia University School of Business.