Wynnis Armour
Wynnis Armour
Director
With a double major (and post graduate papers in Psychology, Counselling and Linguistics) from The University of Canterbury, Wynnis entered the recruitment environment after a very diverse and successful management career in both the private and public sectors at General Management and Directorship level. Wynnis is a member of the Institute of Directors and brings a wealth of commercial acumen, experience and understanding in leading Madison’s strategic and financial operations.
Simon Bennett
Simon Bennett
Chief Executive
Simon is an experienced business owner, director and manager. He began his career in FMCG sales then moved from the corporate sector to set up a food production business in the early 1990’s. In a consulting capacity he has been engaged by large listed NZ companies in property, retail and distribution. Simon has been a director of several businesses and Chairman of the Alumni Advisory Board of The Icehouse. Simon is passionate about people, unsatisfied with the status quo and driven by success.
Julie Cressey
Julie Cressey
Chief Operating Officer - Madison Recruitment
Julie is a recruitment veteran, with 15 years’ experience across a range of sectors. She graduated with a BA in Education and History from Exeter in the UK. Julie started with Madison in 2005 with the set-up of our very successful South East Auckland branch. She now has a busy and varied role as COO. Her supportive, insightful and energetic nature is also put to good use as she provides solutions and advice to clients on a range of organisational development value adds through the Madison Consulting division.
Marisa Fong
Marisa Fong
Director
Following a career in the media world, Marisa entered recruitment and enjoyed 20 successful years culminating in a National Sales Director role at a large global staffing provider prior to co-founding Madison Recruitment in 1998. Marisa is a member of Springboard New Zealand - a group of GMs and company owners who provide a channel for the next generation of Directors. Together with Wynnis, Marisa leads the strategic and financial operations and does so with creative vision and an innovative approach.
Mark Lowndes
Mark Lowndes
Advisory Board, The Madison Group
Mark is the founder of Lowndes Associates. His 29 years of commercial law practice commenced with Simpson Grierson and has included a period as in-house counsel for a multinational oil company, with involvement in international commercial matters and government affairs. He has held various company directorships. Mark led the legal work on over $450 million of M and A activity in the year prior to the GFC. Mark has participated in trade missions and is active in a number of international trade organisations.
Fiona MacCallum
Fiona MacCallum
General Manager FORCE & Madison Recruitment Auckland South East
As General Manager, Fiona exemplifies the same motivation and dedication that saw her enjoy a successful career as a teacher before she moved in to recruitment. Fiona manages the South-East branch and with previous experience working for a global consultancy across a range of sectors, Fiona is well able to guide her team to continued success. Initially joining Madison in 2006, Fiona fosters a strong team spirit and focuses on quality of service delivery. She is an excellent trainer and is well respected by all.
Justin Pipe
Justin Pipe
National Sales Director
Justin is a graduate from King’s College London and worked for a leading travel company prior to recruiting in the financial services sector for eight years. Justin joined Madison in 2006 and together with his team, is responsible for total quality assurance by introducing The Madison Group's capabilities then ensuring uniform service delivery across our various service offerings. Sociable, articulate and always up for a challenge, Justin thrives on the fast paced and people-focussed nature of recruitment.
Amanda Scott
Amanda Scott
General Manager, Interim Taskforce
Amanda is a specialist with 12+ years professional experience in providing independent contractors for change, caretaker, and project assignments. After a sabbatical from the recruitment industry, Amanda returned to initiate and manage Interim Taskforce Ltd. Initially with Executive Taskforce Ltd as a Senior Consultant – Executive Leasing, she then co-founded Emergent & Co Ltd and in recent years worked as Consulting Director/Associate of a boutique recruitment company. Her success in delivering high quality outcomes and service has been achieved by a very stringent approach to sourcing and selection.