Annette Azuma

Secretary/Treasurer

Annette Azuma is a Director at Baker Tilly Staples Rodway, Chartered Accountants where she specialises in international business and heads Team Japan.

Fluent in Japanese, Annette provides specialised assistance to Japanese clients with their business needs in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.

With a seat on the Drive Electric Board since December 2014, Annette is treasurer and her dedication to EVs is not only professional, but she also personally loves driving her Tesla.

Annette is also a Vice Chair of the Japan New Zealand Business Council and a member of Global Women, contributing to the advancement of women in leadership roles.

BA, BCom, FCA, CPA (NZ/Aus)