Sky TV's Sophie Moloney big winner at Deloitte 200 awards

The Sky Network Television CEO took out CEO of the year. (Image: NZME)

Thu, 04 Dec 2025

Rocket Lab, Sky Network Television chief executive Sophie Moloney and financial services pioneer Carmel Fisher headlined this year’s Deloitte Top 200 Awards. With the theme “Celebrating those who move Aotearoa forward”, the black-tie gala at Auckland’s Viaduct Events Centre brought together more than 800 business leaders, politicians and media. Rocket Lab was the night’s standout, winning Company of the Year for a performance that has redefined what is possible for a New Zealand business on the global sta...

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