Peter Chrisp

Peter Chrisp has been Director-General of Conservation since July 2026.

Prior to leading DOC, Peter was Chief Executive of New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, where he led the organisation’s strategy, operations and international network supporting New Zealand businesses to grow globally. in 2025 he concurrently served as interim Chief Executive of Invest NZ.

Peter also currently serves as a Director of Port of Auckland Limited, a role he has held since 2021.

Earlier in his career (2000-2010), Peter held senior executive roles with Fletcher Challenge and Norske Skog in New Zealand, Australia and internationally, including Regional President of Norske Skog Australasia and senior vice-president at Norske Skog International in Oslo.

He has also held governance and leadership experience linked to conservation and biodiversity outcomes, including serving as Chair of Predator Free Wellington and working with partners to support conservation initiatives.

Peter holds a Master of Arts (First Class Honours) and has undertaken extensive further executive and governance development in New Zealand and internationally.