Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Multi-generation NZer. Proudly tangata tiriti. 3R is a leading product stewardship programme developer, scheme manager and in practical delivery. We believe that shifting from linear to circular thinking and action is imperative. Norton Family Trust remains as majority shareholder with long term, inter-generational commitment to this mahi. Actively engaged in outdoor pursuits including as budding conservator of kiwi.
"Hands off" governance role. Norton Family Trust is majority shareholder in 3R
Not actively looking for roles at present. Successful collaboration depends on passionate, focused and precise leadership, especially when there is complexity. I am an experienced chair in challenging and complex environments. Able to bring parties together, move the conversation forward and look for solutions.
Wharariki supports whānau to “weave better lives”. We use a whānau centered approach, placing whānau at the heart of our actions and in the driver’s seat. We work with funders and agencies to develop and facilitate programmes which address community priorities Wharariki’s purpose is to improve the conditions of life for members of communities across Ikaroa Rawhiti by taking actions, establishing programmes and working with others to improve health standards, education levels, employment opportunities, housing standards and life skills – the social determinants of wellbeing.
Governance/Leadership Roles in Health Sector. Including Hawke's Bay: Chair Diabetes Leadership Team, Consumer Council, Urgent Care Alliance. Member Alliance Leadership Team, Clinical Council. Kaumatua (by Invitation) Maori Relationship Board. Nationally: Chair Consumer Councils of New Zealand, 20DHBs Pharmacy Services Expert Advisory Group. Member Te Aho o Te Kahu (Cancer Control Agency) Digital Investment Board, Primary Care Programme Grant Group. Stepped away from all health sector roles in 2020/21 to focus on governance of 3R and Wharariki (Flax) Trust
The Agency aims to ensure a whole of system focus on preventing, treating and managing cancer in NZ. Agency is within Ministry of Health but it's chief executive reports direct to the Minister. Advisory Council supports the chief executive with strategic advice. I also held role as Interim Chair of He Ara Tangata, the agency's Consumer Reference Group. I was part of the small group in the establishment phase. Stepped down now agency on its feet and running in favour of supporting real change in social circumstances via Wharariki Trust.