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With a proven track record in operationalizing policy and strategy to drive tangible impact, I specialise in bridging the gap between vision and execution.My strong commercial acumen has been applied at an executive level, across corporate, central and local government settings. My experience spans a range of commercial contexts and ESG subject matters, with particular expertise in climate, waste and resource efficiency.A consummate relationship builder, I gather support, nurture partnerships, develop and lead diverse teams, and engage stakeholders to identify and achieve shared outcomes. After leaving the Ministry for the Environment, I've reinvigorated my consulting practice (Versity Ltd), alongside my long-time colleague Joanne McGregor. Together we specialise in: - Research, policy & business analysis, feasibility, investment scrutiny, & business case development- Public policy & government relations advice & advocacy; including funding applications- Business and organisational strategy, including ESG considerations - Operationalising policy and strategy, including project and programme management- Strategic review, outcomes framework development, evaluation and storytellingMost importantly, I aim to make a difference and have fun doing it.Get in touch on +64 21 677 672 or michelle.kazor@versity.co.nz
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Director And ConsultantVersity Ltd.Auckland, New Zealand
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DirectorVersity Ltd. Oct 2019 - PresentAuckland, New ZealandAdvice, strategy, policy and governance
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Director - Waste InvestmentMinistry For The Environment | Manatū Mō Te Taiao Jul 2022 - Jul 2024I developed and lead the Waste Investment directorate at the Ministry for the Environment. Our team look after investment funds to support waste minimisation and resource recovery. Investment of the waste levy will increase to in range of $100M each year from 2024. We currently oversee delivery of more than 120 active projects across NZ, with approximately $200M in funds under management. -
Waste Infrastructure And InvestmentMinistry For The Environment Oct 2020 - Jul 2022Auckland, New ZealandAs part of the Covid-19 Response and Recovery Fund (CRRF) the Government invested $100 million in a package of resource recovery initiatives across the country. This package included assets to support reduction of organics to landfill, improved plastics recycling and processing plants, and weighbridges for improved waste data. This work will accelerate waste minimisation, and ensure New Zealand emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic with a far more resilient resource recovery system. It will also create permanent jobs and support economic stimulus across New Zealand.Along with the CRRF, my team oversaw the delivery of the largest infrastructure projects funded through the Waste Minimisation Fund, and established a new Plastics Innovation Fund. It is an exciting time to be back supporting NZ's aspirations towards a waste-free Aotearoa.
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Director - Community Investment- Climate Change And SustainabilityErnst & Young Oct 2017 - Dec 2019AucklandAcquired Karrikins Group (Head of Products and Solutions). I led the team that provided consulting advice on climate risk, ESG, development of community investment and CR/CSR strategies, carried out behaviourally focused insights research, and conducted evaluation of a wide range of government, non profit and corporate sector programmes and investments. Also built and led the team that designed, and delivered large scale behaviour change interventions and community programmes alongside development of impact investment opportunities and partnerships to deliver shared value. -
Executive Director Of Consulting- ApacKarrikins Group Nov 2015 - Feb 2017Karrikins Group (later acquired by EY) was a purpose driven consulting firm with deep expertise in business transformation and community and impact investment. Karrikins goal was to elevate our clients to be the obvious choice in the hearts and minds of their customers, communities, and employees. Through our Community Investment business practice, we increased the business value and the social impact of community investments. We achieved this through strategic alignment, branded programming, ESG and CR strategy, and evaluation & measurement. In this role, I led business development efforts for our consulting practice in the APAC market, including demand generation and management, proposal development, and major engagement contracting. I also oversaw our consulting practice delivery across the Community Investment Solutions division. -
General Manager - Karrikins Group NzKarrikins Group Dec 2014 - Jan 2016AucklandThrough our Community Investment Solutions business practice, we increased the business value and the social impact of community investments. We achieved this through strategic alignment, branded programming, and evaluation & measurement. In this role, I was responsible for managing the Karrikins Group operations, as well as leading strategy, business development and emerging consulting practice.
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Director - Kazor And AssociatesKazor & Associates Jan 2010 - Dec 2014Auckland, New ZealandKazor & Associates was a niche consulting firm specialising in services to local and central government. Drawing on an array of experienced consultants, we worked with clients to ensure they got the most from their public policies, strategies and programmes. During my time as Director, in addition to completing multiple projects, I also undertook a series of senior leadership secondments at the Auckland Transition Agency, and Auckland Council during times of transition and restructure following supercity amalgamation. These secondments included three separate 6-month Senior Manager roles in Environment and Infrastructure, the Waste unit, and Community Development, Arts & Culture.We also undertook a range of community investment, evaluation and review projects for the newly formed Auckland Council. See Projects for more information.
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Associate & Sustainability Group LeaderMorrison Low 2006 - 2009In this role, I provided advice and project management to local authorities and central government agencies across New Zealand and in Australia. I specialised in water and waste management strategies and policies. I also developed and led the sustainability and climate change response practice area for the business. While working for Morrison Low, I provided leadership at a national level as a member of the National Waste Advisory Panel and in developing the first set of guidance to territorial authorities on the implementation of the Waste Minimisation Act 2008. -
Sustainability Consultant / Group Leader Sustainable SolutionsUrs Corporation, An Aecom Company 2004 - 2006AucklandIn this role I was involved in the development of internal sustainability programmes, and led the drafting of the Triple Bottom Line Report and frameworks. I also provided similar services to local authorities and private industry organisations, where I specialised in waste management and minimisation. -
Manager- Waste UnitNorth Shore City Council 2001 - 2004In this role I was responsible for managing a team of waste minimisation advisors and the customer-facing operational waste management team / contracts. This unit was responsible for the delivery of all waste services in North Shore (recycling, waste collection, food waste collection trials etc), and the operation of a small transfer station, along with the development and implementation of waste minimisation education and community based social marketing programmes. This team worked with various segments of the Auckland community to introduce waste minimisation behaviour into households, community groups, schools and businesses. -
Environmental Education ManagerNorth Shore City Council 2000 - 2002In this position I managed the delivery of a variety of environmental outreach and community engagement programmes, including a stream based water quality monitoring and restoration programme called Wai Care and the schools based Enviroschools programme. I also was project manager for major city events, and assisted in the development and delivery of new programmes and partnerships with the community and community groups.
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Watershed Planner - Westchester County Dept Of PlanningNew York City Department Of Environmental Protection (Nyc Dep) 1998 - Dec 1999New York, United StatesI was employed as a Watershed Planner at Westchester County Department of Environmental Planning, where I received my Civil Service Planner's accreditation. In this role, funded by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP), my role was to work closely with ten local authorities in the suburbs directly north of New York City. We worked to develop and deliver priority water quality protection action plans in the Croton Watershed. The Croton was NYC's oldest and most critical drinking water supply. In an effort to avoid costly water supply upgrades, reducing the impacts of stormwater and urban pollution were critical. -
Watershed Planner / Research AssociateVoinovich School Of Leadership And Public Affairs At Ohio University Aug 1996 - Oct 1998Athens, Ohio, United StatesIn this role I worked a research associate for the Institute for Local Government Administration and Rural Development - an applied research, consulting and technical advisory arm of Ohio University. I worked on substantial projects and was supported the development of the Monday Creek Watershed Restoration Plan. Monday Creek and other neighboring watersheds/catchments were severely affected by the impacts of historic acid mine drainage. While completing my Master of Science where I was studying geomorphology and landscape ecology, I was asked to support development of a plan to identify key actions for watershed improvement. The role included gathering research and soliciting and facilitation feedback and engagement of key local stakeholders across multiple organisations.
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Political Science & Environmental Policy
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North Royalton High SchoolHigh School Diploma
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