Expertise & Services
Specialized Knowledge for Complex Challenges
15+ years of practical experience in environmental governance, climate action, and sustainable development
15+ years of practical experience in environmental governance, climate action, and sustainable development
Combining academic rigor with practical leadership experience to address governance, environmental, and community challenges
Leading regional climate response strategies, emissions reduction, and building adaptive capacity for climate impacts.
Learn MorePost-earthquake rebuild expertise, community-led recovery, and building resilient systems for future shocks.
Learn MoreStrategic governance frameworks, risk assessment, and decision-making in complex policy environments.
Learn MoreIntegrating traditional knowledge systems with modern approaches to build sustainable food systems.
Learn MoreWater allocation policy, environmental protection, and sustainable resource management under the RMA.
Learn MoreStrategic innovation in governance, entrepreneurial ventures, and transforming challenges into opportunities.
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Leading Canterbury's regional response to climate change through evidence-based policy, emissions reduction strategies, and community-centered adaptation planning.
As Chair of Environment Canterbury, I lead the region's climate response across water, air, biodiversity, and transport. This includes developing emissions reduction targets, supporting renewable energy transitions, and building community capacity to adapt to climate impacts.
Extensive experience leading community-driven earthquake recovery in Christchurch, with focus on building resilient systems and empowering local voices.
Founded the Rebuild Christchurch Foundation and hosted Eyes East TV series to champion community-driven earthquake recovery. Experience spans infrastructure rebuild, red zone regeneration advocacy, and building adaptive capacity for future disasters.
Strategic governance across local and regional government, with expertise in complex policy environments and risk-informed decision-making.
Serving as Chair of Environment Canterbury and Christchurch City Councillor with focus on transparent, inclusive governance. RMA Commissioner accreditation brings expertise in environmental decision-making and regulatory frameworks.
Integrating traditional Māori knowledge (mātauranga Māori) with contemporary approaches to build resilient, sustainable food systems.
Doctoral research (DBA) focused on food security, climate resilience, and indigenous knowledge systems. Practical experience through Westgrow startup, which integrated kaitiakitanga principles into commercial operations.
Comprehensive expertise in water allocation, environmental protection, and resource management under New Zealand's regulatory framework.
Leading Canterbury's water management as ECan Chair, overseeing allocation, quality protection, and sustainable use. Accredited RMA Commissioner with expertise in consent hearings and environmental decision-making.
Bringing entrepreneurial thinking to public sector challenges, with experience founding ventures and driving innovation in governance.
Founded Westgrow (licensed medical cannabis) and Swiggs Consulting. Created Eyes East TV series as innovative platform for community voices. Brings entrepreneurial mindset to governance, seeking innovative solutions to policy challenges.
Consultation, advisory, speaking, and governance services for organisations tackling complex challenges
Advisory services on governance, climate action, disaster recovery, and sustainable development for government, nonprofit, and private sector clients.
Keynote presentations, panel participation, and workshops on leadership, climate action, resilience, and governance topics.
Available for board positions and governance roles bringing experience in environmental management, risk, and strategic leadership.
Accredited commissioner for resource consent hearings, plan changes, and environmental decision-making processes.
Expert policy advice on climate, water, biodiversity, disaster resilience, and sustainable development issues.
Facilitating collaboration between government, community, iwi, and private sectors on environmental and social projects.
Interested in consultation, advisory services, or speaking engagements? I'd be happy to explore how my expertise can support your goals.