BRAINWAVE - Key Persons
André is a registered teacher with over 20 years of experience in primary, high school, and adult education. He is currently studying Neuroscience through Harvard's online edX programme, and alongside his Graduate Diploma in Teaching, he holds a Bachelor of Social Science, a Diploma in Te Aupikitanga-ki-te-Reo-Kairangi, and a Diploma in Media Arts. He is a project development leader with Brainwave Trust Aotearoa, and key presenter working with professionals in the social services and education sectors.
Since leaving investment banking, Anthea has worked mostly pro bono for a range of not-for-profits and advisory groups in New Zealand and Hong Kong. She brings a strong background of financial and organisational experience to her role as Brainwave's Trustee and Treasurer.
Ngāti Tukorehe, Ngāti Porou. Emma is a junior doctor at Middlemore Hospital, and an award-winning writer and podcast host. Emma's writing features at The Guardian, Newsroom, Stuff, The Spinoff and in academic and literary journals. She has a background in politics, communications, media and Māori public health.
Julia is bi-lingual in Samoan and English; with connections to the villages of Leauva'a and Fasito'outa in Samoa. She is an Associate Professor in clinical psychology at Massey University and holds a small private practice as a clinical psychologist. Julia continues to conduct research in the area of children and youth, while working directly with children, youth and their families in the Justice sector. She remains committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of all our children and youth in Aotearoa is paramount to our future.
Ngāti Awa, Ngāi Tūhoe, Te Whānau ā Apanui. Julie is a Mana Mokopuna Commissioner and the co-founder of Manu Ārahi (a kaupapa Māori psychology and research consultancy) where she works as a senior clinical psychologist. She is also employed in a Te Tiriti partnership role as Head of MAS Foundation focused on improving health and wellbeing equity. Julie has held multiple governance roles and is passionate about advancing system transformation to enhance wellbeing including values-based leadership that embodies collaboration and partnerships empowering community-led and whānau-centred approaches. Julie and her husband Jerome (Samoan - Moata'a, Lelepa) have four sons.
Lauren is a mum, a clinical social worker and a parent-infant therapist. She has a long affiliation with Brainwave and a passion for merging scientific information and clinical frameworks with the realities of daily life. She is the current Clinical Director at the Champion Centre in Christchurch.
Fleur comes from a sporting background having worked in the Squash industry for many years. She has a Diploma in Business Studies and over the past five years has been developing her Accounting and Book-keeping skills further. She is responsible for the team payroll and everything else relating to Accounts.
Hannah is from Ōtepoti, lives in Te Ngaengae and has worked for twenty years in the creative industry. As a designer she has developed brand strategy, print and web design for NGOs, entrepreneurs and universities and has helped community groups grow their audiences through social media and online channels. She holds a Bachelor in Fine Arts and a Diploma in Graphic Design.
Job Titles:
- Funding & Systems Support Co - Ordinator
Hannah joined Brainwave in 2006. She brings a diverse skill set from working in hospitality, logistics, customer service and leadership roles in the Tourism and Corporate sectors. Hannah is passionate about the Brainwave mission and working collaboratively to improve outcomes for our tamariki and rangatahi.
Job Titles:
- Ceo
- Kaihautu / Chief Executive
Tapuika. Huia has had almost 30 years' experience in the tertiary education sector, beginning as an educator and ending in executive roles. Huia's commitment to education is driven from the impact that knowledge and skill development can have on an individual and their whanau, hapu and iwi.
Jeanine is a māmā of six tamariki and currently works as the Tuia Te Herenga (Ngāi Tahu Partnership) Initiative Lead at Environment Canterbury in Ōtautahi. She has a passion and background in the areas of systems change and innovation, reo revitalisation and Māori public health advocacy. She is the current Co-Chair of both the National Maternity Monitoring Group and Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Whānau Tahu and is also a member of Te Waipounamu Child Health Alliance. Jeanine also runs her own consultancy business, Manawa Tītī Limited.
Keryn has a deep understanding of many factors influencing the development of our tamariki, which she enjoys sharing. She is driven to improve outcomes for all our tamariki and rangatahi, and views research as an important tool to help achieve this. Keryn has written many articles for Brainwave, which are often republished elsewhere.
Job Titles:
- Bookings & Database Administrator
Robyn has a over 10 years experience in Administration in high pressure roles within both government and not-for-profit organisations. She is a Salesforce wiz, using her skills to constantly improve processes and reporting. She is committed to supporting the team so that all presentations run as seamlessly as possible.
Sam is an experienced Chartered Accountant, having previously worked in practice and held industry roles within education, manufacturing, and retail. She is responsible for managing the Trust's financial transaction and financial reporting. She is passionate about helping towards creating better futures for tamariki growing up in NZ. She holds a Bachelor of Business degree, Post Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting, and a Graduate Diploma in Arts (Psychology). Sam is currently studying towards a Post Graduate Diploma in Arts (Psychology) at Massey University.
Tūhoe, Ngāti Whātua, Ngāpuhi. Te Moehau is the mother of a three year old, providing her with first hand experience of the Brainwave kaupapa-"Whakamana i te tamaiti". Currently living in Timaru, Te Moehau is excited to share what she has learned through He Hīkoi Mahara with other parents, soon to be parents, young parents and whānau.