AIA NZ has announced the promotion of Hannah Anderson (pictured above) to regional manager business development for the Southern Region.

Anderson, who joined the company in 2021 as a business development manager in Christchurch, assumed her new role on Jan. 22.

According to her LinkedIn, before her tenure at AIA NZ, she served as a business development manager for Coca Cola Amatil NZ. Additionally, she has a background in customer service and relationship management from her time as a cabin crew manager at Air New Zealand.

“I am passionate about the Southern Region and excited for the future of our industry. I’m really energised by the opportunity for growth and to work alongside our wonderful AIA NZ team to understand and support the needs of advisers, their businesses, and customers,” Anderson said.

Sharron Botica, chief partnership distribution officer at AIA NZ, also commented on Anderson's impact since joining the firm.

“She is skilled in creating a unique sales proposition combined with a high level of service. Operating as we do in a highly regulated and competitive market; Hannah’s innovation mindset shines, as does her passion for excellence and sharing the best of this industry with customers,” Botica said.

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