Corporate communication is a lot easier when you have a good story to tell, according to Fisher & Paykel Healthcare investor relations manager Marcus Driller, who accepted the award on behalf of the firm.
The medical technology manufacturer beat Air New Zealand and Z Energy to be named the best large (NZX 50) communicator.
The judges said F&P Healthcare had high levels of disclosure, while also providing good access to management and detailed investor days. "Communications were clear, consistent - no surprises," they said.
Though the firm has been riding high on record financial results, Driller recounted the tough times it had endured when profits were being squeezed by the strong kiwi dollar.