Afiafi Leala
Bank Manager, Te Atatu
Westpac NZ Ltd

Opening a brand new branch and building a customer base from scratch is one of the highlights in Afiafi’s career. She attributes this accomplishment to good organisational skills and empowering her staff.

Emma Sullivan
Operations Coordinator
University of Auckland Business School

Emma works in a pivotal role as the Operations Coordinator for the Executive Development team at The University of Auckland Business School. She oversees all logistics for Short Courses, both on and offsite, and manages multiple internal and external stakeholder relationships.

Eroni Clarke
AOD & Gambling Clinician
Tupu Services
Waitemata DHB

After a successful rugby career as an All Black and professional player, Eroni Clarke is now using those skills in helping Pacific People in the area of Alcohol, Drug & Gambling Addictions. Under the umbrella of Takanga A Fohe, Pacific Mental Health at the Waitemata DHB, he works to deliver Pacific Health services through the team at Tupu as an AOD & Gambling Clinician.

Francina Gataua
Tertiary Manager
Manukau Campus
BEST Pacific Institute of Education

Francina looks after the daily operations for the Manukau Campus at BEST. It’s her job to motivate and inspire her staff as well as looking after the daily operations for the campus and taking care of scheduling and the rosters.

Malia Apikotoa
Northern Sales Manager
State Insurance

Managing and providing leadership to 80 staff across the North Island is a high priority for Malia. She prides herself on delivering the best in sales, service, financials and risk underwriting for the company.

Marina Masame
Manager
BEST Youth Academy
BEST Pacific Institute of Education

Marina has been working with Youth at BEST Pacific Institute of Education since 2001. She has always had a determination to help influence positive change in the lives of our Youth and their families through education. Marina now oversees BEST Youth Academy with campuses in both Waitakere and Manukau. BEST Youth Academy comprises of 30 staff and approximately 500 students.

Moe Alefaio
Accounts Assistant
Te Whanau O Waipareira Trust

Moe started working with Waipareira Pasifika Ltd as a ‘Whanau Worker’ in 2001. Today, she works for Te Whanau O Waipareira Trust in Accounts Payable and helps with the organisation’s payroll. She manages the petty cash facility and is also in charge of preparing financial reports for the Te Roopu Kaumatua.

Patrick Foster
Team Leader
Just Water International Ltd

Patrick is the Service / Team Leader of the Contact Centre at Just Water International. He has been with the company one year but has over 12 years experience in sales and customer relations with companies such as Philips and Coke. He has 9 staff working under him, plus 30 around the country who report on a daily basis.

Talei Mattner
Sales Manager
TelstraClear Pacific Events Centre

Talei Mattner is passionate about her role as the Sales Manager at the TelstraClear Pacific Events Centre. She has gained the respect and well wishes from her team and enjoys supporting community events.

Tavalea Feagaiga
Operations Manager
SKYCITY Entertainment Group

Tavalea manages the day-to-day operations at SKYCITY Convention Centre and SKYCITY Catering and Events. She manages operations, logistics, conventions and staff with a team of 30 direct reports and up to 250 casual staff. Delivering a world-class product and service is what Tavalea lives and breathes on a daily basis.

Vilimaina Davu
Consultant
Coverstaff Recruitment

A former elite athlete Vilimaina knows all about the pursuit of excellence. She now works as a Consultant recruiting staff and placing them in work, making sure they are placed into the right industry.

Vita Sa Fia
Security Team Manager
SKYCITY

Vita Sa Fia is an integral part of the security team at SKYCITY. Her commitment to the company illustrates the worthiness of her entitlement in this Leadership Programme. She manages a group of 18-25 personnel and prides herself in dealing with the responsible service of alcohol and attending any emergency matters.