Shannon Harris appointed HP New Zealand Managing Director

HP New Zealand has announced the appointment of Shannon Harris as Managing Director, effective from 3 February 2025.

Ms. Harris brings over 25 years of experience in the technology sector to the role, having previously held senior leadership positions at IBM and Spark. Her leadership style is described as "culture-first," with a focus on empowering teams and collaborating closely with partners and customers to achieve successful outcomes.

In her new role as Managing Director, Ms. Harris will oversee HP New Zealand's operations. Her aim is to support both the internal team and external partners in delivering technology solutions that impact the way individuals live, work, and play.

Brad Pulford, Vice President and Managing Director of HP ANZ, expressed his confidence in Ms. Harris's ability to enhance relationships with HP's channel and partners. "Shannon is a leader who genuinely values people and partnerships," Mr. Pulford said. "Her dedication to strengthening relationships with our channel and partners, combined with her ability to inspire creativity and collaboration, reflects the HP Way and the strong reputation we've built in New Zealand. I'm confident she will help us drive even greater value for our customers and partners."

Shannon Harris has articulated her enthusiasm for the new role, aligning her vision with HP's commitment to innovation and support for people navigating an evolving world. "What really stood out to me about this role was the connection between my passion for people and the opportunities ahead," said Ms. Harris. "AI, innovation, and the future of work are reshaping what's possible, and I'm thrilled to lead a talented team and partners to deliver meaningful outcomes. Together, we'll focus on how technology can create ways to enable people and makes life better."

Under Ms. Harris's leadership, HP New Zealand will persist in driving innovations, moving forward with sustainability initiatives, and fortifying partnerships that provide lasting value to customers, partners, and communities.