UniMed has appointed an experienced leader, Lance Walker, as its Chief Executive Officer, effective from October 2025.
The company says Walker brings more than 25 years of leadership experience across private, public, and not-for-profit sectors, including eight years as a CEO in life, health, and travel insurance.
UniMed Chair Peter Tynan says Walker is recognised for his ability to drive growth, lead cultural development, and implement technology initiatives.
“His previous role as CEO of Accuro Health Insurance Society, which transferred its insurance portfolio to UniMed in 2024, highlights his deep understanding of the health insurance sector and membership-based mutual societies.”
Walker says he’s excited to join the company “…and build on the foundation we established during the merger. I look forward to working with the team to realise the full potential of the organisation and deliver exceptional value to our members.”
Walker is currently overseas and will start as CEO in October. Lynne Hayman will continue as the interim CEO until then.
The company states UniMed (Union Medical Benefits Society Ltd) is New Zealand’s third largest health insurer with more than 140,000 members.