Academic Research
Evidence-Based Solutions for Global Challenges
Bridging academic rigor with practical leadership to address food security, climate resilience, and sustainable development
Bridging academic rigor with practical leadership to address food security, climate resilience, and sustainable development
Manipal GlobalNxt University — Completed with Academic Excellence and Dean's List honours
My doctoral research focused on the intersection of food security, climate resilience, and indigenous knowledge systems, exploring how traditional Māori knowledge (mātauranga Māori) can be integrated with contemporary approaches to build sustainable, resilient food systems in the face of climate change.
Translating academic research into real-world policy and practice
Evidence-based research methodologies informing policy recommendations and strategic decisions in governance roles.
Understanding complex interconnections between food systems, climate, indigenous knowledge, and community wellbeing.
Applying doctoral research insights to Environment Canterbury's climate action and sustainable development strategies.
Working with iwi and communities to integrate indigenous knowledge into contemporary environmental management.
A foundation of academic excellence supporting practical leadership
Focus: Food security, climate resilience, and indigenous knowledge systems. Recognised with Dean's List and Academic Excellence awards.
Specialized in financial management, strategic planning, and business analysis. Awarded Top Business Student recognition.
Professional certification in environmental law, consent processes, and resource management decision-making.
Ongoing training in governance, climate science, indigenous knowledge systems, and sustainable development.
Key themes that inform policy work and governance decisions
Research on building resilient food systems, addressing hunger and malnutrition, and ensuring sustainable food production in changing climates.
Examining adaptation strategies, community resilience building, and policy frameworks for responding to climate impacts.
Exploring integration of mātauranga Māori and kaitiakitanga principles into contemporary environmental management and policy.
Research on balancing economic growth, social equity, and environmental protection for intergenerational wellbeing.
Investigating adaptive capacity, social cohesion, and community-led responses to environmental and economic shocks.
Examining how research insights can be translated into effective environmental and social policy frameworks.
Applying academic insights to real-world governance, policy development, and community initiatives.
My doctoral research isn't just academic—it's the foundation for practical, evidence-based decision-making in one of New Zealand's most important regional councils. Every policy decision at Environment Canterbury is informed by rigorous research and a commitment to sustainable, resilient outcomes.
Honors and recognition for scholarly achievement
Recognised for outstanding academic performance during Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) studies at Manipal GlobalNxt University.
Honored for exemplary scholarship, research quality, and contributions to knowledge in food security and climate resilience.
Awarded top academic honours during business education for outstanding performance and leadership potential.
Recognition for translating academic research into practical policy applications in regional environmental governance.
Interested in research collaboration, academic consultation, or applying evidence-based approaches to your organisation's challenges?