Darren Linton

Chair @Open Polytechnic of New Zealand

Auckland, NZ
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WORK HISTORY

Dec 2025 — Present

Chair @Open Polytechnic of New Zealand

Wellington, NZ

Open and distance learning is the fastest growing area of education in the world. As New Zealand\'s specialist distance learning institution, and one of the country\'s largest polytechnics, we play an important role in extending learning opportunities. Our job is to improve access and choice, something we do for nearly certificate, diploma and degree students in New Zealand and over 40 other countries.

EDUCATION

1989 — 1992

University of Auckland

Bachelor of Commerce, Business Marketing & Management

SKILLS

Digital StrategyStrategyBrand Management and Integrated MarketingInternationalContract NegotiationStrategic PlanningDue DiligenceBrand ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipMarketing StrategyIntegrated MarketingNew MediaB2bStrategic PartnershipsDigital MediaLicensingAdvertisingNew Business DevelopmentP & L OwnershipBusiness AcumenFmcgMarket ResearchCommercial PlanningDigitalMarketing CommunicationsCrmP&L ManagementLeadershipBusiness-to-Business (B2b)Entertainment

ABOUT DARREN LINTON

I returned to New Zealand in 2015 after 19 years based in UK, primarily working in international roles across the film & entertainment industry for Disney and Universal Pictures. I’m passionate about authentic, values-based leadership, creating diverse and inclusive cultures that leave a positive legacy in businesses and communities. Experienced in a breadth of industries, business cycles, digital transformations, geographies, functional disciplines and within some of the world\'s most respected organisations. I continue to work with, and learn from, many outstanding people.

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