Stella Howard

Stella is a passionate and purpose-driven executive who thrives at the intersection of people, technology, and systems change. Throughout her career, she has been guided by a simple but powerful belief: that bold ideas, when nurtured with integrity and kindness, can transform lives and communities.

With over a decade of executive leadership across health, technology, and innovation, Stella has had the privilege of leading large-scale digital transformations, building high-performing teams, and creating spaces where creativity and collaboration flourish. Most recently as CEO, she led Streamliners NZ Ltd through international growth and recognition, supporting the company to earn the NZTE FernMark as a New Zealand exporter.

Currently serving as Global Ambassador for Streamliners, she continues to champion thought leadership in health and social care, and build strategic relationships across Aotearoa, Australia, the UK, and Canada. Now Stella is the Chief Executive (Fractional) of the Digital Health Association.