Simpson Grierson are pleased to announce two key appointments within the firm.

Kathryn Lee - Marketing Director

As Simpson Grierson's Marketing Director, Kathryn's role involves providing thought leadership and direction on developing and maintaining a leadership position for the Simpson Grierson Brand.  Supported by a team of marketing and business development specialists, the focus is to deliver outstanding client and brand  value through innovative communications, relevant sponsorships and events and seminars designed to meet and exceed expectations. 

Kathryn has joined Simpson Grierson after twelve years with American Express in senior business strategy and marketing roles internationally.  More recently, she has been providing a wide range of business growth solutions to leading New Zealand and overseas organisations, as Principal Director of Lee & Associates Consultants.  Kathryn's background is financial risk analysis and revenue growth management, primarily within the Banking and Finance Sector.

Michael Briggs - Communications Manager

Michael Briggs joined Simpson Grierson in July 2007 to assist in communications, public relations and media relations.

Michael holds a Master of Journalism, a Bachelor of Creative Arts (writing) and is an accredited member of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand.  He spent the last 6 years in Local and Regional Government communications after managing media relations for the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games from 1997-2000.