Experience

Elected Chair of a central Auckland local board operating within a complex and high-profile governance environment.

• Contributed to governance and strategic direction across transport, urban environment, community wellbeing, and environmental portfolios
• Worked closely with Auckland Transport, Watercare, Eke Panuku Development Auckland, and Tātaki Auckland Unlimited
• Built and maintained relationships with iwi partners, business associations, elected members, and council staff
• Led development of the Local Board Plan, shaping priorities and investment direction
• Chaired formal hearings and deliberations, supporting structured and robust decision-making
• Oversaw a $45 million annual work programme and a $2.7 million transport capital fund
• Participated in cross-organisational forums focused on emergency readiness, city centre issues, and community safety

Supported governance and coordination of a national, multi-sector initiative working across public, private, and community organisations.

• Managed governance reporting and performance monitoring
• Coordinated stakeholder engagement across partner organisations
• Delivered national events involving senior leaders across sectors
• Supported organisations to implement governance and operational frameworks

Held leadership and advisory roles across multiple institutions in New Zealand and internationally.

• Designed curriculum frameworks, programmes, and assessment structures
• Led initiatives to improve organisational effectiveness and student outcomes
• Built relationships with students, families, and institutional stakeholders
• Delivered teaching across science, business, and economics disciplines

Worked in operational and leadership roles across aviation environments, contributing to training, standards, and team support.

• Supported recruitment, training, and organisational standards
• Contributed to internal communication and workplace issue resolution
• Developed frameworks to support consistency across teams
• Operated in high-responsibility, customer-facing environments