Holding Company Operating Agreement Template for New Zealand

1. Tag-Along and Drag-Along Rights: Optional provisions for share sale scenarios, particularly useful in companies with multiple shareholders

2. Intellectual Property: Required when the holding company owns or manages significant IP assets

3. Employee Share Schemes: Included when the company operates or plans to implement employee share ownership programs

4. International Operations: Required for holding companies with international subsidiaries or operations

5. Environmental and Social Responsibility: Important for companies with specific ESG commitments or requirements

6. Related Party Transactions: Detailed procedures for handling transactions between related entities, important for larger corporate groups

7. Technology and Data Protection: Required when the company handles significant data or technology assets

8. Subsidiary Management Protocols: Detailed procedures for managing subsidiaries, necessary for more complex corporate structures

1. Schedule 1: Company Details: Details of the holding company, including registration number, registered office, and current directors

2. Schedule 2: Shareholding Structure: Complete breakdown of share classes, shareholders, and their respective holdings

3. Schedule 3: Subsidiary Companies: List of all subsidiary companies and their key details

4. Schedule 4: Reserved Matters: List of decisions requiring special approval processes or shareholder consent

5. Schedule 5: Management Structure: Detailed organizational structure and management roles

6. Schedule 6: Financial Protocols: Detailed financial management procedures and reporting requirements

7. Appendix A: Share Transfer Forms: Standard forms for share transfers and related documentation

8. Appendix B: Board Meeting Procedures: Detailed procedures for conducting board meetings and maintaining records

9. Appendix C: Shareholder Meeting Procedures: Procedures for calling and conducting shareholder meetings