WildRoots Strategic is focused on bridging the alignment gap between our communities and local governments for more impactful outcomes. I take a nature inspired approach to facilitation, mentoring and strategic thinking for local governments and communities wanting better working relationships. It’s a way of thinking more holistically about the connections and impact we work towards in community ecosystems.https://www.wildrootsstrategic.com/

> Developed and led delivery of organisational community development reset, shifting the work programme to be community-led and outcome focused.> Strengthened cross-team communication and cohesion of work programmes, including streamlining leases and availability of community halls and spaces, and strategic guidance for creative sector action plan roll out. > Mentoring and coaching of community team to deliver effective community development practice.> Duty Officer /… Show more > Developed and led delivery of organisational community development reset, shifting the work programme to be community-led and outcome focused.> Strengthened cross-team communication and cohesion of work programmes, including streamlining leases and availability of community halls and spaces, and strategic guidance for creative sector action plan roll out. > Mentoring and coaching of community team to deliver effective community development practice.> Duty Officer / Response Manager (rostered on call) for Civil Defence Emergency Management.> Highlights to date include facilitating strategic reviews for multiple community organisations, shifting perceptions of team purpose both internally and externally, facilitating workshops with Elected Members on strengthening impact of community funding, and initiating more strategic thinking around diversity, equity, and inclusion and community planning emerging work programmes. Show less

> Acting General Manager Regional Strategy and Sectors.> Mentor and supervisor for summer student intern to support advancing projects across the team.> Programme management of Curious Minds Taranaki Participatory Science Platform, guiding potential and successful applicants through clarifying processes and meeting agreed outcomes.> Regular reporting to key stakeholders including the CCO-owner, New Plymouth District Council, and key programme funder, Ministry of Business… Show more > Acting General Manager Regional Strategy and Sectors.> Mentor and supervisor for summer student intern to support advancing projects across the team.> Programme management of Curious Minds Taranaki Participatory Science Platform, guiding potential and successful applicants through clarifying processes and meeting agreed outcomes.> Regular reporting to key stakeholders including the CCO-owner, New Plymouth District Council, and key programme funder, Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment. > Highlights included event management of 2021 Te Hono Māori Future & Tech Summit and building relationships with indigenous community leaders. Show less

> Mentor for Youth Councillors in local government processes, governance, and event planning. > Facilitated strengthening capability of Stratford District Youth Council, Stratford Positive Ageing Group, and special interest groups such as Baldricks Big Day Out.> Management of identified community projects and events such as Stratford Discovery Trail and Stratford District Youth Council ‘A Scary Night’ events.> Highlights included development of Councils Community… Show more > Mentor for Youth Councillors in local government processes, governance, and event planning. > Facilitated strengthening capability of Stratford District Youth Council, Stratford Positive Ageing Group, and special interest groups such as Baldricks Big Day Out.> Management of identified community projects and events such as Stratford Discovery Trail and Stratford District Youth Council ‘A Scary Night’ events.> Highlights included development of Councils Community Relationships Framework and facilitating Elected Members community priorities workshop. Show less

> Delivery of Future Leaders Whangārei programme, mentoring youth through design thinking process to address local youth well-being challenges.> Highlights included supporting youth to attend events such as Social Enterprise World Forum and providing guidance for improving the national Future Leaders programme.

> Startup business consulting on strengthening community driven initiatives such as the Tinopai Community Activity Zone. > Highlight was facilitating community engagement in developing the Community Priorities Plan for Waratah, Tasmania in collaboration with Hammond Robertson Ltd.

> Self employed landscape designer, artist and community enthusiast. Projects primarily focused on private residential landscape concept designs, garden maintenance to help clients regain control and enjoyment of their outdoor spaces. > Highlight was development of Dargaville Placemaking Vision Guide and town concept plan.

Kaipara District Council Dargaville Ward candidate in the 2016 local elections. Unsuccessful by a narrow margin with strong community encouragement to stand again. A valuable learning experience for understanding community and reflecting on my own capabilities.

Landscape design, construction, and maintenance as required by residential clients.

Serve and advise customers on landscaping products. Operation of yard machinery. Maintenance of yard. Design and construction of new product display. Account records and delivery scheduling.