CDI APPOINTS JULIAN SMITH AS INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

Tuesday 9th December 2025

CDL Investments New Zealand Limited (“CDI”) has appointed Julian Smith – an experienced governance leader to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective from 9 December 2025.

This appointment follows a rigorous search and selection process undertaken by the Board. Mr. Smith has been confirmed as meeting the independence requirements under NZX Listing Rule 2.6.2.

CDI Chair Desleigh Jameson commented “The Board is thrilled to welcome Julian, his governance experience and strategic insight will strengthen CDI’s focus on growth and long-term shareholder value.”

Mr. Smith confirms he is looking forward to joining CDI and remarks “CDI’s reputation for quality and value is exceptional. I’m excited to contribute my experience in governance, transformation, and digital strategy to support its next phase of growth.”

Mr. Smith brings over 15 years of governance experience, and a track recorded of driving major capital projects and digital transformation. He recently led New Zealand’s largest capital raise ($3.4b) to fund Auckland’s $13b water infrastructure plan. He is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors, where he chairs the Te Tai Tokerau committee and currently serves on the boards of Watercare, Northport Group, MetService, and the Look Good Feel Better Trust.

Mr. Smith’s expertise spans business transformation and capital project delivery, with a strong commitment to building regional New Zealand prosperity. With over a decade of leadership experience in New Zealand’s technology sector and having worked extensively across international markets in Asia, Australasia, the Middle East, and the UK, Mr. Smith's background includes digital governance (AI, cybersecurity) and corporate affairs, complemented by deep marketing and customer experience credentials. He holds an LLB and BCom from the University of Auckland and a certificate in cybersecurity from Harvard University.

CDI is pleased to provide this update and looks forward to the contribution Mr. Smith will make to the company’s future success

ENDS

CDI APPOINTS JULIAN SMITH AS INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO THE BOARD

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