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Sir Roderick Deane: Letter of support for nomination of Roger Kerr for royal honour

October 28, 2020 By Nicholas Kerr Leave a Comment

Independent EconomicsBox 28049Wellington 6150 www.pacroad.com.auwww.independenteconomics.com The Honours UnitCabinet OfficeParliament BuildingsWellington 1 March 2011 Dear Sir I am writing this letter to support a number of friends and colleagues who believe strongly that Roger Kerr has made such a huge contribution to the advancement of economic policy in New Zealand that he is thoroughly deserving of […]

Filed Under: Random Rants Tagged With: Roderick Deane, Roger Kerr

Reflections on a Life Well Lived—Tribute to Sir Ron Trotter

March 28, 2020 By Nicholas Kerr Leave a Comment

Eulogy by Roger Kerr, Old St. Paul’s, Wellington, 17 August 2010 Margaret and the family have asked me to reflect on Sir Ron’s role in business and public affairs and I’m honoured to do so. I loved Ron like a father. So it was with a heavy heart that I sat down to write these […]

Filed Under: Random Rants Tagged With: Douglas Myers, New Zealand Business Roundtable, Roderick Deane, Roger Kerr, Ron Trotter

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Nicholas Kerr is a Dallas-based marketing and loyalty executive, currently leading loyalty and CRM marketing for Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy at Brinker International. Previously, he led Microsoft Rewards and held senior leadership positions in consumer marketing and loyalty.

Raised in New Zealand, Nicholas writes The Kerrant, sharing his perspectives on economics, public policy, business, technology, and life. His commentary has appeared in National Review, The Washington Examiner, The Australian, The Australian Financial Review, and New Zealand newspapers including the Otago Daily Times. He has also addressed Chambers of Commerce, think tanks, and other organizations in Seattle and Dallas.

The views expressed on The Kerrant are entirely his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Brinker International, his employers (past or present), or any other organization with which he is affiliated. Read More…

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