Tim McCready

Tim McCready serves as a Strategy Advisor at the New Zealand Story Group, focusing on enhancing New Zealand's global reputation. As a contributor for the New Zealand Herald, Tim writes special business reports covering international business, trade, and sustainable finance. With extensive experience as a Venture Partner and Principal Consultant at BioPacific Partners, Tim collaborates with multinationals, local firms, and government on strategic projects in food, health, and agriculture. Additionally, Tim acts as Convenor of Judges for the 2degrees Auckland Business Awards and has moderated numerous high-profile business events globally. Previous roles include content producer for the APEC CEO Summit and business development manager at Kahne Animal Health. Tim's educational background includes a Master of Bioscience Enterprise from The University of Auckland and courses in Māori language.