We’re proud to partner with a select group of extraordinary New Zealanders as Milford ambassadors. They represent excellence, resilience and integrity – values we share at Milford. Their stories inspire others to aim high in sport, life, and investing.
Michaela is a rugby sevens icon and double Olympic gold medallist. She made history as the first woman to win back-to-back World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year titles (2017 and 2018) and is one of the sport’s most prolific try-scorers (and jokesters).
Milford ambassador since: September 2024
Tom is an Olympic medallist and world champion shot putter known for his immense strength, humility, and passion. A Commonwealth Games champion and multiple world indoor titleholder, he has consistently ranked among the world’s best in his sport.
Milford ambassador since: June 2025
Mike is an Olympic gold medallist rower who helped lead New Zealand’s men’s eight to victory at the Tokyo 2020 Games. Renowned for his teamwork and leadership, he played a key role in ending a 49-year Olympic gold drought for New Zealand in the eight.
Milford ambassador since: May 2025
Ellesse is a world champion track cyclist and double Olympic gold medallist, winning both the keirin and sprint events at Paris 2024. Known for her determination and fearless racing style, Ellesse was also appointed as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2025 for her services to cycling.
Milford ambassador since: May 2025
Brooke is a champion rower who won Gold in the women’s double sculls at the Paris 2024 Olympics alongside fellow Milford ambassador and friend, Lucy Spoors. A two-time world champion in the double scull and an Olympic silver medallist from Tokyo 2020, Brooke is known for her resilience, grit and drive.
Milford ambassador since: June 2025
Lucy is a champion rower who won Gold in the women’s double sculls at the Paris 2024 Olympics alongside fellow Milford ambassador and friend, Brooke Francis. As part of the New Zealand women’s eight, Lucy became a world champion and an Olympic silver medallist at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Lucy is a powerhouse in and out of the boat.
Milford ambassador since: June 2025
