Young Energy Professional of the Year
This award recognises an emerging leader under the age of 40 who has demonstrated exceptional professional achievement and contribution to New Zealand's energy sector.
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Kailyn Smith
Auckland Transport
finalist
Young Energy Professional of the Year
New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards 2019
Kailyn Smith is a passionate and committed energy professional with a unique ability to deeply understand data and the value of robust, evidence - based decision making, alongside an understanding of the big strategic shifts needed to transition to a low carbon future. This rare mix of technical and strategic nous has seen Kailyn prove herself professionally at Auckland Transport and become a trusted adviser to those outside of the organisation. Not afraid to challenge the status quo, Kailyn goes about her work in a caring, compassionate manner and as a result has delivered results beyond what Auckland Transport thought was possible.