Cath Obrien, Executive Director at Board of Airline Representatives New Zealand Inc. (BARNZ)

Cath Obrien

Executive Director at Board of Airline Representatives New Zealand Inc. (BARNZ) | Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

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Cath Obrien serves as the Executive Director at the Board of Airline Representatives New Zealand Inc., operating as a strategic advisor and industry liaison for the domestic aviation sector. A University of Auckland graduate, she champions the airline industry’s contribution to New Zealand travel and trade while coordinating closely with government regulators and local stakeholders. Her leadership directly drives advocacy and operational improvements that support twenty-nine member airlines and three associate carriers pursuing sustainable market growth.

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Cath Obrien Work Experience

Executive Director at Board of Airline Representatives New Zealand Inc. (BARNZ) in August 2022 - Present

Managing Principal at MartinJenkins in September 2021 - August 2022

Head Of Regulatory Affairs at Air New Zealand in March 2021 - August 2021

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Director at Airlines for Australia and New Zealand in August 2018 - August 2021

Manager Regulatory Affairs at Air New Zealand in September 2016 - February 2021

Regulatory Business Support Manager at Vector Limited in July 2015 - August 2016

Regulatory Compliance Specialist at Vector Limited in July 2014 - July 2015

Pricing Compliance Manager at Vector Limited in January 2014 - June 2014

Business Process Analyst: CRM (Siebel) implementation at Vector Limited in January 2011 - December 2012

Business Analyst - Commercial Change Programme at Vector Limited in January 2010 - December 2011

Cath Obrien Education

University of Auckland, MA, November 1996 to November 2026

Cath Obrien Skills
Economic Regulation Research Skills Communication Public Speaking International Relations Aviation Media Relations Crisis Situations Regulations Competition Law Government Consulting Outcome focused Leadership Stakeholder Management Government Relations Change Management Energy Business Process Improvement Business Analysis Project Management Business Process Regulatory Requirements Project Delivery Strategy Project Planning Program Management Business Strategy Public Policy Regulatory Affairs Regulatory Submissions Policy Analysis Management Governance Process Improvement Regulatory Change Governmental Affairs Interpersonal Skills Policy Writing Policy Development Problem Solving Team Leadership Presentation Skills Airlines
About Cath Obrien’s Current Company
Board of Airline Representatives New Zealand Inc. (BARNZ)

BARNZ is the respected and trusted voice of the airline industry in New Zealand. Our members connect New Zealand to the world and are critical to its economic growth. We work closely with the Government, regulators, businesses and local communities to provide cost savings and service improvements for our 29 member airlines and 3 associate members; and to create an environment that fosters continued, sustainable growth for them in NZ. More than a trusted advocate for our members, we: - CHAMPION THE AIRLINE INDUSTRY, and its contribution to travel, trade and tourism in New Zealand. - Strive for FAIR-PRICED, CUSTOMER-FOCUSED airport and border agency services for our members and their passengers. - Secure the airline industry’s RIGHT TO GROW AND OPERATE in New Zealand through consultation and engagement with the wider community. BARNZ is the Board of Airline Representatives of New Zealand Inc., which is a not-for-profit incorporated society. We are one of the international community of “BARs” around the world. BARNZ consists of an executive team reporting to a Board of up to eight members.

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Cath Obrien’s Colleagues
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Patrick Whelan

Auckland Metropolitan Area

Commercial Manager at Board of Airline Representatives New Zealand Inc.

Commercial Manager at Board of Airline Representatives New Zealand Inc. (BARNZ)
(Mar 2023 – Present)

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Email Cath O'brien at [email protected]. This email is the most updated Cath O'brien's email found in 2026.

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To contact Cath O'brien send an email to [email protected]. (updated on December 09, 2025)

What company does Cath Obrien work for?

Cath Obrien works for Board of Airline Representatives New Zealand Inc. (BARNZ).

What is Cath Obrien's role at Board of Airline Representatives New Zealand Inc. (BARNZ)?

Cath Obrien is Executive Director

What industry does Cath Obrien work in?

Cath Obrien works in the Airlines/Aviation industry.

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