James Trusler - President

Committee Member since 2016
Managing Director, Foneology Solutions Pte Limited
James is the Managing Director of Foneology Solutions Pte Limited, which is involved in a diverse range of business activities including Telecommunications Services, Alcatel, Apple, Samsung Manufacturer Warranty Service Centres, GPS Vehicle Tracking, IoT, Speed Cameras and various other Professional Services. James has completed his MBA from Central Queensland University (2006), Diplomas in Electronics (1994) and Telecommunications Engineering (2000). Prior to founding Foneology Solutions Pte Limited, he worked at Cable & Wireless (UK) Vodafone Australia (AU) and Vodafone Fiji (FJ). James has lived in Fiji since 2004 and is proud to support the Fiji New Zealand Business Council.

Renu Chand is the former Partner in charge of Business Services for KPMG Fiji Practice. Renu is a Fellow Chartered Accountant member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. Her advancement to Fellow was awarded for her substantial contribution to the accounting profession and the community. Renu also holds a Certificate of Public Practice and is a Chartered Accountant member of the Fiji Institute of Accountants. She has more than 25 years of chartered accounting experience, six years of which were gained in New Zealand. Renu is a past President and Treasurer of the Fiji Institute of Accountants. Renu is proud to have been educated locally and is an alumnus of the University of the South Pacific. She strongly believes in local talent and capabilities and is closely involved in mentoring and developing graduate accountants. Renu is a strong advocate of equal opportunities for women and diversity in the workplace. She is also the Vice President of the Fiji New Zealand Business Council, former Chair of the South Pacific Stock Exchange Annual Report competition and a former judge for Women in Business Awards, Fiji Sports Awards, and the Prime Minister’s International Business Awards. In her spare time, Renu is actively involved in community projects and enjoys family time with her three daughters and lots of competitive fishing with her husband.

Kamal has a Diploma in Business Customs from Fiji National University.  He’s currently a Board Member of the Fiji-USA Business Council, the Fiji Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Fiji, and Chair of the Fiji Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Nadi.  He’s worked with Gibson Freight for 31 years and is their Country Manager. 

Mark is currently the manager for HG Leach (Fiji) Pte Ltd based at Naboro.   A previous FNZBC President on two occasions and Life Member, Mark has had a long time association with the Council. He is also the co-owner of The Beehive Homestay and Honey Farm in Rakiraki and has been Commodore of the Royal Suva Yacht Club from 2010 to 2015 - he is the current Rear Commodore.  He is also a Justice of the Peace, and with his wife, breeds Maltese Terriers from their home in Pacific Harbour.  Mark also holds a current Real Estate Agents license and works with Jokhan Real Estate.  

Cama is a Chartered Accountant and member of the Fiji Institute of Accountants. He had previously served as President of the Fiji Institute of Accountants and member of FIA Council.

He has held various Executive positions in the area of Finance and Administration in the Service, Manufacturing, Hospitality and ICT industry. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, Information System and a Post Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from the University of the South Pacific. He currently serves as a Board of Directors of Rewa Provincial Holdings Company Limited (RPHCL), Floreat Viti Holdings Pte Limited (QVSOB Commercial Company) and Cricket Fiji. He is the Trustee and Treasurer of QVS Old Boys Association. In addition, he also serves as Company Secretary of Floreat Viti Holdings Limited. Cama is actively involved in community projects for his Vunisinu village in Rewa.

 Ilyaz has a vast experience in General and Employee Health & Benefits Insurance management, risk advisory, broking and wholesale placement, underwriting and claims, having worked for AON and Marsh Fiji for almost 17 years prior to joining Insurance Holdings Pacific in October 2019. He has extensive experience in the placement and management of Insurance Programs for corporate clients in Fiji and other Pacific Island countries (such as Samoa, American Samoa, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Nauru, Tonga, Kiribati). Other than Pacific Island Countries, Ilyaz has also been involved in the placement of Insurance covers for his clients domiciled in Hongkong, Australia, Mauritius, Maldives, and Thailand. Over the past years, Ilyaz has also provided Lectures on Disaster & Risk Management to regional Students enrolled in University of South Pacific’s Disaster & Risk Management Postgraduate Diploma Course. Ilyaz has been in the insurance industry for 23 years now and his broad knowledge and experience in Fiji and the Pacific region. 

Anare Manulevu is a Partner with KPMG Fiji and has over 26 years of chartered accounting experience in KPMG.   He specialises in external audit, internal audit, governance & risk consulting, management consulting, project management and strategic planning.  Anare provides professional services to key sectors including finance, telecommunications, tourism, non-government sector, health, higher education, ports, aviation, agriculture, power & utilities, statutory owned enterprises. He has provided services to government agencies, corporates, regional agencies and multilateral agencies throughout Fiji and the Pacific Island countries. Anare is actively involved on community activities including sitting on the Board for Leadership Fiji Foundation and was recently elected as a Director Finance on the Board for Fiji Rugby. 

Tia is the General Manager of Camira Holdings Ltd, a property development and management company based in Suva. She brings a diverse background in insurance, business development, and procurement, with professional experience in both Fiji and New Zealand. Tia holds a degree in Commercial Law and International Business from Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. In addition to her role with the Fiji New Zealand Business Council (FNZBC), she serves on the committee of the Royal Suva Yacht Club and is an active member of the International Women's Association in Fiji. She is committed to fostering a more inclusive and accessible business environment in Fiji, particularly for young people and women 

Rachel joined the committee in 2025. She has been based in Suva for three years before relocating to Nadi and has been a resident in Fiji since 2021. She has more than 20 years experience in New Zealand Insurance, Business Development with one of NZ’s largest transportation companies and Recruitment services for a large national organisation.  An aspiring golfer she is enjoying the “drier” conditions in the West.

Izaak is a Director and Group Chief Operating Officer at Pacific Coatings Ltd (Dulux Fiji) and Central Pacific Chemicals Ltd, where he plays a key role in driving operational performance and strategic growth across both organizations. With a strong foundation in business and leadership, Izaak holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Notre Dame, Australia, and is a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD). He also brings a unique dimension to his professional profile as a qualified Ships Master certified by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

Born and raised in Fiji, Izaak comes from a family with deep roots in the country, dating back to the 1880s. He takes pride in his local upbringing and education, which laid the groundwork for his continued academic and professional development abroad in Australia.

Outside of his professional commitments, Izaak enjoys an active lifestyle, with interests that include fishing, golf, and rugby union. His connection to both land and sea reflects his balanced approach to work and life, combining discipline, leadership, and a strong appreciation for his Fijian heritage.

Steph took on the role as Secretary for the Fiji New Zealand Business Council in March 2014 for three years until March 2017 when she handed over the reins and moved on to other things. In October 2018, she picked up the role again and has been with us ever since. The Secretary role is a part-time role for her and she does most of the work for the Secretariat in the evenings and at weekends – which is why there is occasionally a short delay in her responses to Members (for which she is very apologetic). Her day-time role is Financial Controller for Goodman Fielder International (Fiji) Pte Limited, a role she has held since June 2014.  She moved to Fiji, from New Zealand, in 2003 to join the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat as Director Corporate Services.  She holds a Master of Science Degree (majoring in physics), a Bachelor of Management Studies (majoring in Accounting and Finance) and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration - all from the University of Waikato.  She is passionate about the Fiji New Zealand Business Council and the work that it does to help build and strengthen trade relations between Fiji and New Zealand.