Blane Evans-Parker is responsible for the management of Powerco's  Information Technology and Telecommunications. This includes managing the IT&T operation while also developing and implementing a company wide information management strategy.

Mr Evans-Parker studied Mathematical Sciences for his first degree and has worked in the UK for several high-tech companies such as BNFL, Ministry of Defense and Digital Equipment Co.  Blane then completed an MBA before emigrating to New Zealand in 1993.

In New Zealand, Mr Evans-Parker has worked for businesses including Progressive Enterprises as Group Development Manager and Fletcher Challenge where he was Director of Technology.  During this time Mr Evans-Parker has managed several diverse business areas including IT, Environment, Health and Safety, Payroll, Engineering, Plant Maintenance, Shared Services and major projects.

Mr Evans-Parker is based at Powerco's corporate office in New Plymouth.