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Spark New Zealand Appoints Mark Beder As Chief Customer Officer and Tommy Bjorkberg As Chief Operating Officer

PRIVATEJul 26, 2026•14 days ago

Position

Chief Operating Officer

Company

Spark New Zealand Limited

Tommy Bjorkberg
New ZealandInformation TechnologyHardwareMobileVoip

Description

Spark New Zealand Limited has announced several leadership changes as part of its organisational restructuring. Mark Beder has been appointed Chief Customer Officer of Connectivity, while Tommy Bjorkberg takes on the role of Chief Operating Officer. Additionally, Leela Ashford will serve as Chief Marketing and Corporate Affairs Officer.

Company Information

Company

Spark New Zealand Limited

Location

New Zealand

About

Spark New Zealand Limited is a leading telecommunications and digital services provider in New Zealand. The company offers a comprehensive suite of mobile, broadband, and IT solutions to consumers and businesses across the country. Spark focuses on core connectivity while simplifying and optimizing its offerings beyond the core.

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