Gallagher Security appoints Josh Arnold as chief product officer

HAMILTON, New Zealand—Global technology provider Gallagher Security has appointed Josh Arnold as chief product officer, bringing his extensive experience across New Zealand, Europe, and the U.S. to lead the innovation of Gallagher’s product portfolio.

Gallagher Security Chief Executive Mark Junge says 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. With a wealth of international experience and a passion for both product leadership and engineering, Josh brings a unique perspective to Gallagher,” Junge said. “Security is undergoing one of the most transformative periods in its history, driven by rapid advances and customer expectations. 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, Arnold 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.”

He added that the company’s culture, track record of innovation and long-term commitment to engineering excellence were major drawcards. 

“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,” Arnold said.