Sir Rob Fenwick

Sir Rob Fenwick is one of New Zealand’s most distinguished business and environmental leaders. Over the course of his 30-year career, he has contributed more to the fields of environment sustainability and natural heritage, than most people can dream of; and his passion for preserving the country for current and future generations is nothing short of inspiring. 

Sir Rob has help to found companies like Growthlink Holdings, NZ Natural and Living Earth Ltd, New Zealand’s largest organic waste composting business. 

Sir Rob acts as an environmental advisor to Westpac New Zealand Limited, the Department of Conservation and Air New Zealand. 

Has been the chairman of organisations such as Mai FM, TVNZ, Landcare Research, Antarctica Heritage Trust, the Fred Hollows Foundation, the Government’s Ministerial Waste Advisory Board, and the New Zealand Business Council for Sustainable Development.

Sir Rob was awarded Knight of Justice, Order of St John in 2006 and knighted again in 2016 for services to business and the environment. That same year Sir Rob was also inducted into the NZ Business Hall of Fame.

Watch Sir Rob Fenwick accept his award here.