Spokespeople

Ollie Hill has been a powerhouse of leadership and strategic vision in for more than two decades. Spearheading Schneider Electric’s business in New Zealand, Ollie is passionate about sustainability and played an active role as a board member of TechCollect NZ over four years. Ollie also leads PDL, Schneider’s brand specialising in electrical products and solutions in Aotearoa. Over the past 20 years, Ollie has demonstrated expertise across various domains, including energy management and industrial automation, enterprise account and partner management, and outsourced managed services. Ollie’s leadership is characterised by a deep commitment to diversity, inclusion and sustainability. Ollie believes that fostering a culture enriched by diverse perspectives is a catalyst for innovation and a thriving workplace with sustainable growth. As former Managing Director, board member, and long-term employee of HP in New Zealand, Ollie's passion for technology is broad, with a keen interest in digital manufacturing and cybersecurity. Ollie also views Al as a transformative and necessary tool for innovation and sustainable progress in product development and customer engagement.

Jason Molloy is a seasoned professional with over twenty years of experience in the IT industry. As the Country Leader for Schneider Electric Secure Power Division, Jason brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise and thought leadership to his role, driving innovation and efficiency across local markets in New Zealand and the South Pacific. His leadership showcases his commitment to sustainable energy solutions and digital transformation, aligning with Schneider Electric’s mission. With a robust background in managing and developing IT strategies, Jason is dedicated to fostering growth and technological advancement in the regions he serves.In the mediaOn the brink of an electricity evolutionIT sector must improve sustainabilityNavigating New Zealand's data centre landscape: Modular trends and opportunities

Steve Gallagher leads multiple Schneider Electric NZ businesses, overseeing P&L, commercial strategies, and diverse management areas, fostering engagement.As the leader of multiple businesses within Schneider Electric New Zealand, Steve Gallagher holds P&L and commercial strategy responsibility for Industrial Automation and Software, Power Products, and Digital Power across the country. He has extensive experience in general management, transaction and solutions sales, engineering management, and services. With a strong background in B2B channels and segments, Steve has a proven track record of driving employee engagement for mutual benefits and excels in managing varied markets and technologies concurrently.Steve’s journey with Schneider Electric began in 1995, transitioning from an Industrial Electrician to various roles in sales and sales management with PDL Electronics New Zealand. When PDL was acquired by Schneider Electric in 2001, he took on offer marketing, sales leadership and became General Manager for Industrial Automation. Later on, his responsibilities expanded to oversee Services, Projects, Buildings, Secure Power, and Power Systems Businesses within SENZ, showcasing his ability to build high-performing teams and deliver results.Steve is passionate about supporting and contributing to customers sustainability and digitalization initiatives for positive impact.

After 9 years leading the Schneider Electric Central Region Sales Team, Steve moved to Auckland to lead the Infrastructure Team responsible for the Schneider Electric Medium Voltage product range. The MV product ranges are greater than 1kV and include indoor/outdoor CB’s, transformers, NER’s, disconnectors and associated product. Customers within this product range include Utilities, Generators, Local & Central Govt and Owners of private networks.Steve has a real passion for Grid Automation and is working within the industry to develop self-healing networks, ultilising in-field devices. His main responsibilities focus on Medium Voltage Solutions within New Zealand and the Pacific Islands and ensuring his team meets the expectations of the vast range of customers.Steve is a member of the Schneider Electric NZ Leadership team and works across a number of the Business Units.