{"id":221237,"date":"2026-01-07T10:19:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T10:19:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/221237\/"},"modified":"2026-01-07T10:19:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T10:19:07","slug":"meridian-ceo-mike-roan-on-where-power-prices-are-heading-and-what-hes-reading-summer-questions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/221237\/","title":{"rendered":"Meridian CEO Mike Roan on where power prices are heading, and what he\u2019s reading – Summer Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"What opportunities do you see in 2026? <\/p>\n
Power companies like Meridian have done lots of hard graft in recent years to deliver new generation projects and invest in new technology to enable faster, more customised innovation in what we offer customers. So, I see 2026 as a year where we can take those foundations and deliver real momentum for customers, and for the economy.<\/p>\n
How are you using AI to change your business?<\/p>\n
It\u2019s helping improve efficiency, particularly in how we manage our generation assets and everyday tasks, but it also has huge potential to transform what we offer to customers and how we do that. We\u2019ve already taken some big early steps, and I\u2019m excited about what AI can offer.<\/p>\n
What will the key election issue be in 2026 and why?<\/p>\n
It\u2019s hard to go past the cost of living. We know people are feeling it, and we know we have a part to play in helping to reduce its impact. Let\u2019s hope those green shoots we\u2019re starting to see in the economy can keep growing and that the pressures on people ease.<\/p>\n
How do you think the New Zealand economy will perform in 2026? <\/p>\n
I believe all the elements are in place for things to improve, and I think we\u2019re all hoping it does.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s the worst mistake you have made in business and what did you learn from it? <\/p>\n
Over 35 years you\u2019re going to make a few clangers. We\u2019re all human! But rather than pick one I\u2019ll focus on what they all offer \u2013 an opportunity to learn. When people make a mistake – me or anyone else – the job of a leader is to support them, make sure they take time to learn from what played out and then help them move on. <\/p>\n
What would you rate as your greatest success? <\/p>\n
Unquestionably my kids. There\u2019s a lot to love about the challenges we face at work but to nurture new humans and help them find out who they are and work out what they want to do is very challenging, and also the most rewarding experience I will ever have.<\/p>\n
Where and how are you holidaying this summer? <\/p>\n
We\u2019re heading up the Coromandel to go camping. Some will question whether camping is relaxing, but I reckon it is. Once you\u2019ve put the tent up, the toughest thing you do each day is walk the beach umbrella, a few snacks, towels, sunblock and a good book to the beach. I find it a great way to unwind and I reckon everyone needs to do that after the challenges of 2025.<\/p>\n
What would you recommend as a good book over summer? <\/p>\n
I\u2019m going to finish reading Gilbert Enoka\u2019s book, Become Unstoppable. I heard him talk a couple of months ago and the world needs a few more Gilbert Enokas right now. Richie McCaw recommends it too, and I reckon his recommendation is better than mine.<\/p>\n
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