Experienced financial executive, advisory professional and Director Aaron Bethune Joins TDHL Board
Timaru, 17 May 2022 – Timaru District Holdings Limited (TDHL) announces Aaron Bethune’s appointment as a new Director on the TDHL Board.
TDHL is the commercial arm of the Timaru District Council and invests strategically in growth organisations to support regional and community prosperity. Currently, TDHL has substantial shareholdings in PrimePort Timaru Ltd and Alpine Energy Ltd as well as a portfolio of other key investment properties in and around Timaru.
TDHL Chair Mark Rogers says the Board is delighted with Aaron’s appointment and is looking forward to his insights, energy and expertise.
“Aaron is a perfect addition to the TDHL Board as we continue to manage existing investments and consider new growth opportunities for the Timaru region. He brings considerable commercial and analytical experience with his CFO and business advisory roles. Aaron’s understanding of corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, financial due diligence, and relationship management will perfectly complement the existing TDHL Board,” Rogers says.
Aaron Bethune graduated from the University of Auckland with a BCom/LLB and has had CFO roles with Balle Brothers and most recently Waipa Networks. He is also a Board Trustee for the Spirit of Adventure Trust as well as Chair of their Finance and Investment Committee.
Timaru District Mayor Nigel Bowen welcomed the appointment, saying it was a positive sign that TDHL could attract such high calibre candidates.
“TDHL has an important role in ensuring the long term prosperity of the district as well as ensuring our assets help support growth in our district, and it was important that we have the right people in place to help steer it.
“We’re confident that Aaron can use his significant skills and sector knowledge to help ensure TDHL continues its history of excellent performance and ensure our long term investments continue to deliver both financially and for the wider economy.”