There’s plenty of inspiration to be found on LinkedIn if youโre a business leader, from innovative ideas to interesting connections. Whether youโre an active user or just an occasional checker, there are some gems to be found in the one billion profiles on the platform. After some savvy searching and connecting, you can make your LinkedIn feed as gripping as your TikTok faves.
With that in mind, weโve picked out our favourite Kiwi leaders with active profiles on LinkedIn. Theyโre all definitely worth a follow to liven up your feed, from business leadership advice to important payroll information.
Jason Gunn
Relationship-building is such a key part of a successful business, and Jason Gunn has made it his career to support professionals in effective communication and connection. His posts range from a day in his role to helpful tips on running a great presentation. He often posts engaging and fun videos from all sorts of locations too. Check out Jasonโs profile here.ย
Frances Cook
Frances Cook is a prominent business journalist who works as the Investments Editor for BusinessDesk. She also hosts the Cooking the Books podcast, a weekly personal finance podcast which is well worth a listen. On LinkedIn she shares her latest podcast episodes, thoughts on effective money management and the odd meme too. Check out Francesโ profile here.ย
Tony Alexander
If the New Zealand economy is often in your thoughts (which is likely, if you lead or work in a business!), Tony Alexander is a great person to follow on LinkedIn. Heโs a leading economics expert who previously worked as the Chief Economist for the Bank of New Zealand for over 26 years. These days he regularly shares his thoughts on the economy for the national media and on his LinkedIn feed. Check out Tonyโs profile here.ย
Simran Kaur
Simran Kaur is the founder of Girls That Invest, a stock market podcast that has listeners around the globe. Sheโs also a regular keynote speaker and has been featured in the Forbes 30 under 30. She often shares her latest updates and thoughts on the world of financial literacy and business on her LinkedIn. Her insights are often illuminating and prompt discussions in the comments, so well worth a follow. Check out Simranโs profile here.ย
Dave Letele
Dave Letele is a life coach and founder of the BBM Program. The BBM Program is an organisation designed to promote a healthy lifestyle amongst Maori and Pacific People. As well as fitness support, the organisation offers practical support for those doing it tough, including community kitchens and social supermarkets. His LinkedIn page often shows the amazing work of the BBM Program, as well as his personal perspective. Check out Daveโs profile here.ย
Irene Bennetts
Irene Bennetts is the founder and CEO of Admin Army, a business support service that provides bookkeeping and administration services. She often shares her insights based on her experience with her clients, as well as thoughts on the nature of leadership and the challenges of running a business. Here at Employment Hero, weโre a big fan of her work, and recently awarded Admin Army our NZ 2023 Partner of the Year at our Transformation Awards. Check out Ireneโs profile here.ย
Wyndi Tagi
Manลซmailagi Wyndi Tagi is the CEO and co-founder of WE Mana, an accounting and business advisory company, as well as co-Chair for Manukau Institute of Technology Rลซnanga, and Board Member for the Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum (ANZLF) Indigenous Womenโs Business Network. With such a busy schedule, Wyndiโs LinkedIn posts are varied and interesting, with insights on business, leadership and teamwork. Check out Wyndiโs profile here.
Karyn Campbell
If you dread doing the monthly pay run or are intrigued about new (and better) ways to do payroll, itโs worth following Karyn Campbell. Karyn is a payroll expert and the owner of Payroll Consult which reviews payroll setup and processes for New Zealand businesses. She regularly shares payroll tips and tricks on her LinkedIn profile, as well as her perspective as a business founder. Check out Karynโs profile here.ย
Stefan Korn
Callaghan Innovation provides funding for business, technology and scientific discovery, so if youโre looking for a peek at the future, you might want to follow the organisationโs CEO, Stefan Korn. He regularly shares his thoughts on how New Zealandโs businesses could evolve in the years ahead, and covers all sorts of topics, such as AI and the probability of startup success. Check out Stefanโs profile here.
Lisa Martin
Accountants may have a reputation for being a little serious, but accountant Lisa Martinโs LinkedIn presence is a vibrant and fun hub of advice and tips. Lisa is the owner of GoFi8ure, an accounting firm based in Wellington that supports businesses across the country. Her LinkedIn posts are worth checking out, as youโll benefit from her expertise in all things business and accounts, delivered in an engaging way. Check out Lisaโs profile here.ย
These ten leaders in New Zealand are sharing the business insights and inspiration you need for a top tier LinkedIn feed. Happy following!
