Jakov (Jim) Delegat is the Chair of Delegat Group Limited, appointed April 2006 (upon listing on the NZX), last re-elected November 2023, and appointed Chair August 2023. Jim is responsible for providing strategic direction and monitoring performance to ensure successful delivery of Board-approved business plans. He has been involved in the New Zealand wine industry all his working life and is thoroughly experienced in every aspect of the business. Jim is one of only a handful of second generation family wine producers in the country. Active in industry affairs, Jim has been a Director of both the Wine Institute of New Zealand and New Zealand Winegrowers, having previously served on the Board of the Wine Institute of New Zealand for more than 13 years. Jim is a Member of the Institute of Directors.