Bank of New Zealand chief executive Anthony Healy has been elected chair of the New Zealand Bankers' Association for the next financial year.
Healy takes on the role today, replacing incumbent Barbara Chapman.
ANZ chief executive David Hisco was elected deputy chair.
Healy said the association was integral to maintaining the balance between workable regulation and economic growth, which was of substantial benefit to the country.
"I am delighted to take the role of Chair on behalf of BNZ.