Manager, Property and CommercialBusiness Development/Project Management/Strategic InvestmentI am a professional business leader, with domestic and international experience in significant private and public organisations, setting people, communities and organisations up for success. I have extensive experience in strategy, governance, property and commercial management, business and digital improvement, project management and people leadership, working across diverse sectors including local government and education.In my current role, I lead a team focused on economic development and large project management to meet NZ Government national goals and building strategic partnerships across the regions. We are also resetting and implementing the tourism offering at the epic centre of NZ’s South Island in the legendary Mackenzie country, conscious of its enormous fragility and need for sustainability. Prior roles have included Commercial Property Manager at Timaru District Council and Development Manager, Craighead Diocesan School. I have also run my own business for almost 20 years, providing management and advice on commercial and residential property portfolios. Leadership is a passion. Core values of trust and courage underpin building authentic, collaborative relationships and I am known for quickly and effectively drawing people and resources together to define and achieve shared goals and purpose. I also love to show case the skills of our people and provide a platform for them to shine, creating safe environments where learning is valued, knowledge is shared and daring, brave leadership is encouraged and supported.An advocate of inclusivity and opportunity for all, I am a graduate of two important inclusion programs Global Women and WatchWomenWin. I am a member of LAPA - Local Authority Property Association. After hours, my garden is my therapy and the bounty, well, I love to share my naturally grown flowers, fruit and veggies with family, friends and the wider community.