Rosanne Meo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dame Rosanne Meo
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Meo in 2012
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Rosanne Philippa O'Loghlen
1945/1946 (age 78–79) New Zealand
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| Education | Baradene College of the Sacred Heart |
| Occupation | Businesswoman |
| Relatives | Brian Fitzpatrick (brother-in-law) Sean Fitzpatrick (nephew) Connie Purdue (aunt) Miriam Soljak (grandmother) |
Dame Rosanne Philippa Meo (born in 1945 or 1946) is a very successful businesswoman from Auckland, New Zealand. She has achieved many important things in the world of business.
In 1991, she made history. She became the first woman to lead the Employers' Federation. This group helps businesses and their workers. She has also been a leader on the boards of many big companies. These include Television New Zealand (TVNZ), Sky TV, and Ports of Auckland. Being on a board means she helps make big decisions for these companies.
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About Rosanne Meo
Rosanne Meo went to school at Baradene College of the Sacred Heart in Auckland. She has two daughters. She is also the aunt of Sean Fitzpatrick. He was a famous captain for the All Blacks rugby team.
Awards and Special Honours
Dame Rosanne Meo has received many important awards for her work. These awards show how much she has helped New Zealand's business world.
Officer of the Order of the British Empire
In 1993, she was given the title of Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE). This award was for her great work in business management. In the same year, she also received the New Zealand Suffrage Centennial Medal. This medal celebrated 100 years since women in New Zealand got the right to vote.
Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit
In 2012, she received an even higher honour. She was made a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (DNZM). This is a very special award. It recognized her amazing contributions to business in New Zealand.
New Zealand Women of Influence Award
In 2016, Dame Rosanne Meo received the New Zealand Women of Influence Award. This award was for her lifetime of achievements. It celebrated her long and successful career.
