Gallagher Security Appoints Josh Arnold Chief Product Officer Leading Teams Designing, Developing And Delivering Gallagher Security Solutions.
Gallagher Security Appoints Josh Arnold Chief Product Officer – Gallagher Security has appointed Josh Arnold as chief product officer, bringing his extensive experience across New Zealand, Europe, and the US to lead the innovation of Gallagher’s product portfolio.
Gallagher Security chief executive Mark Junge said the appointment signals an exciting new chapter for Gallagher, at a time of significant industry change and opportunity.
“I’m delighted to welcome Josh to Gallagher as chief product officer,” Junge said. “With a wealth of international experience and a passion for both product leadership and engineering, Josh brings a unique perspective to Gallagher.
“Security is undergoing one of the most transformative periods in its history, driven by rapid advances and customer expectations, and Josh brings the experience, commercial focus, and product leadership needed to ensure Gallagher leads these changes. His appointment strengthens our commitment to developing secure, innovative, and globally trusted solutions manufactured in New Zealand.”
As chief product officer, Josh leads the teams responsible for designing, developing and delivering Gallagher Security’s devices, platforms, and services.
“Gallagher is the only true beginning-to-end security technology company I’ve ever encountered,” Arnold said. “We design, engineer, manufacture, test, distribute and support every one of our security products right here in New Zealand. You can walk the floor at our Head Office and see devices coming off the line.”
Stepping into the role at a pivotal moment for the business, Arnold said it carried both professional challenge and personal meaning.
“In many ways, Gallagher embodies classic Kiwi ingenuity – practical, inventive, and confident – that has helped New Zealand compete so successfully on the global stage,” he said. “For 87 years, Gallagher has exported world-class innovation to customers around the world. I’m excited to help shape the next chapter of that story.”
Arnold said the company’s culture, track record of innovation and long-term commitment to engineering excellence were major draw cards.
“What attracted me most to Gallagher was its culture. There’s a deep pride in building exceptional products and a genuine belief in solving meaningful problems for customers around the world.”
According to Arnold, the role of a chief product officer in 2026 is more strategically important than ever.
“In an AI-capable world, the lines between product and technology have dissolved,” Arnold said. “Customers expect systems that are intelligent, secure, intuitive, and constantly evolving. Helping Gallagher meet and exceed those expectations is an incredible opportunity.”
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