I’m a career coach with over 15 years’ experience supporting people to grow capability, confidence, and direction, especially through periods of change. My background spans CEO and senior leadership roles, government, professional services, and purpose‑driven organisations, which means I understand both the human and operational realities of work.
Alongside one‑to‑one coaching, I’m an experienced facilitator and keynote speaker, with a strong track record of designing and delivering workshops that build capability for individuals and teams. My workshop library includes topics such as effective collaboration, personal brand, leading in ambiguity, and navigating career transitions. My style is practical, engaging, and values‑led — helping people turn insight into action and grow in ways that are sustainable and authentic.
As well as helping individuals with career development and goal setting, I develop and facilitate strategy workshops for the For Purpose Sector as I understand the unique challenges and opportunities that these organisations face, often with limited resources - whether, funds, people and time - and love helping others create meaningful, achievable goals that can form legacies for good! I also deliver corporate training, keynote speeches and motivational workshops. I have been working with people wanting to 'Be their own boss' since 2003, helping identify, shape and execute business plans. Currently with MBIE leading a team within People and Culture, I'm all about delivering amazing experiences, and growing the potential of individuals and organisations. I have also been CEO of the Te Awamutu Chamber of Commerce and Orchestras Central Trust, a regional manager for English Language Partners and have a background in business development, and growing high performing teams.
I was in the first cohort for CELF Elevate. This is not just the usual ‘challenging and rewarding’ but also an absolute treasure trove of learning (which I use every day), and amazing connections. I have a long involvement with startup businesses and for 18 years have worked with MSD evaluating business plans for clients - currently all my work is in the Bay of Plenty . I’m passionate about making social enterprises stronger and more resilient, and helping people with great little ideas get started on the road of entrepreneurship. Recent governance appointments included as co-chair the Pirongia Community Association, and governance advisor and Chair mentor for the Waikato Refugee Forum, nine years as co-chair of CELF, a year with Showing Waikato, and 10 years as Community Engagement lead for Making Rail Work. (Formerly known as TRON, which I was a proud co-founder of).
In my spare time enjoy spending time with friends and family, and discovering great food and coffee around NZ. I'm the co-producer of The Sandwich Club, a podcast for the sandwich generation. I've built and managed a clutch of websites and social media pages, and until recently was sole editor and writer for the Pirongia Village Voice since starting it over 15 years ago. I have also written four educational (but fun!) shows for kids that are performed with a full orchestra - check out my last creations here .
I hold a Bachelor of Applied Business (Distinction) and have just completed studying a Post Grad Certificate in Life and Career Coaching.
I describe myself as a 'connector of people' and believe I bring passion, integrity and energy to the people and organisations I work with.
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Alongside one‑to‑one coaching, I’m an experienced facilitator and keynote speaker, with a strong track record of designing and delivering workshops that build capability for individuals and teams. My workshop library includes topics such as effective collaboration, personal brand, leading in ambiguity, and navigating career transitions. My style is practical, engaging, and values‑led — helping people turn insight into action and grow in ways that are sustainable and authentic.
As well as helping individuals with career development and goal setting, I develop and facilitate strategy workshops for the For Purpose Sector as I understand the unique challenges and opportunities that these organisations face, often with limited resources - whether, funds, people and time - and love helping others create meaningful, achievable goals that can form legacies for good! I also deliver corporate training, keynote speeches and motivational workshops. I have been working with people wanting to 'Be their own boss' since 2003, helping identify, shape and execute business plans. Currently with MBIE leading a team within People and Culture, I'm all about delivering amazing experiences, and growing the potential of individuals and organisations. I have also been CEO of the Te Awamutu Chamber of Commerce and Orchestras Central Trust, a regional manager for English Language Partners and have a background in business development, and growing high performing teams.
I was in the first cohort for CELF Elevate. This is not just the usual ‘challenging and rewarding’ but also an absolute treasure trove of learning (which I use every day), and amazing connections. I have a long involvement with startup businesses and for 18 years have worked with MSD evaluating business plans for clients - currently all my work is in the Bay of Plenty . I’m passionate about making social enterprises stronger and more resilient, and helping people with great little ideas get started on the road of entrepreneurship. Recent governance appointments included as co-chair the Pirongia Community Association, and governance advisor and Chair mentor for the Waikato Refugee Forum, nine years as co-chair of CELF, a year with Showing Waikato, and 10 years as Community Engagement lead for Making Rail Work. (Formerly known as TRON, which I was a proud co-founder of).
In my spare time enjoy spending time with friends and family, and discovering great food and coffee around NZ. I'm the co-producer of The Sandwich Club, a podcast for the sandwich generation. I've built and managed a clutch of websites and social media pages, and until recently was sole editor and writer for the Pirongia Village Voice since starting it over 15 years ago. I have also written four educational (but fun!) shows for kids that are performed with a full orchestra - check out my last creations here .
I hold a Bachelor of Applied Business (Distinction) and have just completed studying a Post Grad Certificate in Life and Career Coaching.
I describe myself as a 'connector of people' and believe I bring passion, integrity and energy to the people and organisations I work with.
Find out more
