The Committee of POLANZ for the year 2026 – 2027.
Piotr Bieganski
President
Experienced leader, director and project manager. Passionate software architect with over 20 years industry experience in building and integrating systems for Telecommunications, worked with many customers worldwide. Among his interests are business architecture, enterprise operating models, AI transformation, and cybersecurity.
Maria Nowak
Vice President
Vice-president of POLANZ, co-owner and Managing Director of Green Lite Travel (since 1995). Green Lite travel is a corporate member of POLANZ. Her company is also a member of TAANZ (Travel Agents Association of New Zealand) and has IATA accreditation. Maria is a member of PROGUIDES NZ, the Association of Professional Tourist Guides. Maria’s hobbies: outdoor adventures, travel and long walks.
Kazik Jasica
Treasurer
Design Engineer, Inventor-patents holder, Project Manager, Company Director. 25 years industry experience specialised in Modified Atmosphere Packaging Systems, working with high-profile global organizations. The last 15 years running his own successful company, building and exporting packaging related equipment to Dairy and Meat Industries word wide. In spare time keen sailor and the owner of 40ft classic motor yacht “Valhalla”
Anna Kosiedowski
Secretary
Experienced professional with over 20 years of international business management and HR experience across Europe (especially Poland and Germany), New Zealand, Australia, USA, Canada, and China. Her background spans wholesale trade, logistics, manufacturing, retail and telecommunications sectors, with a focus on team leadership and business operations. Her passions include people development, nature, and exploring different cultures through travel.
Andrew Jakimiuk
Member of the Committee
Andrew have been running successful Importing business for over 20 years. After selling the company he has dedicated his time between POLANZ and running several investment projects. Huge Aviation fan.
Aneta Turay
Member of the Committee
With over 15 years of experience as a business owner and beauty products distributor, and now also working in real estate, I’m passionate about connecting with others and sharing my knowledge across industries.