Our Board
Mr. Benjamin Ketegu - Chairman
Benjamin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering and has over Fourteen (14) years working experience in mining and oil and gas industries. Mr. Ketegu has a wide experience as Mining Planning and production engineer in world class gold/copper mines. Also has vest experience as cost/planning engineer for PNG LNG project in both developments to production phase. Benjamin is the current Chairman of PNG Christian Professional Network (CPN) and is also a Board Member of the Corner Stone AOG Church, which has a membership of a few thousands. Benjamin is also the director of Gihon Consultancy Services and owner of few family businesses and brings invaluable experience as an SME entrepreneur.
Mrs. Georgina Tapineng - Deputy Chairlady
Georgina holds a Masters in Public Policy specializing in Administration and Governance from the University of Western Australia in Perth, WA. She also holds a Bachelor of Communication Arts from the Divine Word University in Madang, PNG. Mrs. Tapineng has more than 10 years of experience in the field of Media and Public Relations, Public policy and Community Development, Stakeholder management and Advocacy. She worked with the PNG National Research Institute as the Communications Manager for several years. She also piloted the establishment of the newly Christian community based radio station, 89.1 Jesus FM in Wapenamanda, Enga Province as the General Manager for few years before joining the Building Community Engagement Program in PNG (under the Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) as the Senior Manager overseeing the Media Partnerships Program and the Coalition for Change Program.
Mr John Piel - Treasurer
John holds a Bachelors Degree in Accountancy from PNG University of Technology. He is an Associate Member of Certified Practicing Accountants of PNG (CPA) and also a member of PNG Institute of Directors. He has a 29 years of work experience, both in private and public sector, and with international working experiences as well. He serves in many other boards as well including Pacific MMI Ltd and an advisor to many companies as well. He also brings with him a wealth of experience into PNG CPN Inc.
Mr. Conrad Kumul - Secretary
Conrad is a Geochemical Engineer who has a master’s of Energy (MEn) with second class honors from the University of Auckland, New Zealand. He is also the Principal and Managing Director of Enbai Engineering & Project Managers. Mr. Conrad has served many years at leadership roles at CPN in the formative days.
Board Members
Mr. Eric Haiara - Member
Eric is a Christian Business Entrepreneur. He holds the Executive Chairman role with Unity Supermarket Limited. In addition, Eric directs several start-up businesses, including his printing and promotions company. He is a PNG Institute of Directors member, holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Management and pursuing a master’s in management program by research with PNGUNRE. Eric also holds a degree in Computer Science from Unitech. He was the founding General Secretary of the PNGCPN and an elder in the United Church in PNG. Eric brings vision, innovation and passion and experience to the network.
Ms. Sharon Agima - Member
Ms. Agima She holds a diploma in primary teaching at Madang Teachers College. She has over 11 years teaching experience in the IEA schools. Currently she is teaching at South Pacific International School (SPIA), one of the private schools in National Capital District. Sharon is the vice chairperson of CPN Port Moresby chapter. Sharon and her husband Agima are serving as Patron and Matron of UPNGTSCF for 6 years. Sharon serves on the board working on events and programs. She is also has a certificate in Training and Assessment with the national training counsel.
Ms. Fiona Pagla - Member
Fiona holds a Law Degree from University of Papua New Guinea. She has over 10 years of experience working in the Mining and Petroleum sector, for multinational oil and corporation like ExxonMobil and Total Energies. She currently works with the Judicial Legal Service Commission, under the Department of Justice and Attorney General. She sits on the boards of Unity Supermarket Limited, Christian ProfessionalFiona holds a Law Degree from University of Papua New Guinea. She has over 10 years of experience working in the Mining and Petroleum sector, for multinational oil and corporation like ExxonMobil and Total Energies. She currently works with the Judicial Legal Service Commission, under the Department of Justice and Attorney General. She sits on the boards of Unity Supermarket Limited, Christian ProfessionalNetwork Inc. (CPN) and Skelim Save PNG. She is a member of PNG Law Society and PNG Institute of Directors. She brings with her wealth of experience in corporate governance and compliance.
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Mr. Jackson T. Kariko - Member
Jackson is an Electrical Engineer who has a Masters in Engineering Management (Technical MBA) from the University of Melbourne, Australia. He is currently the Manager for International Affairs with NICTA. He is member to many organizations including PNG Institute of Directors and he has also chaired NICTA Organizing Committee to host many events particularly in the ICT industry. Jackson also brings with him a wealth of experience into PNG CPN Inc.