Sue McCabe came on board as Chief Executive | Kaiwhakahaere in November 2025.

Sue has a broad background spanning journalism, communications, consultancy and management roles across the not for profit, private and public sectors.

Her previous leadership roles include Chief Executive of Philanthropy New Zealand | Tōpūtanga Tuku Aroha o Aotearoa; and Executive Officer of the Workforce Futures Fund | Tahua Rāngaimahi Anamata.

Sue’s co-founder and governance roles with social enterprise The Good Registry and registered charity the Community Comms Collective highlight her championing of generosity and volunteering.

Sue’s a passionate resident of Wellington | Te Whanganui-a-Tara. She’s inspired everyday by the positive impact caring organisations and individuals have on the region.