Our Board brings together a diverse blend of governance, public sector, community, Pacific health, leadership, finance, workforce development, education, and organisational transformation expertise. Collectively, the Board has extensive experience spanning local and central government, health, disability services, community development, corporate services, workforce strategy, operational leadership, regulatory environments, and organisational growth.

 

With backgrounds across the Pacific, Māori, public, private, and not-for-profit sectors, the Board is united by a shared commitment to serving communities and advancing equitable outcomes for Pacific peoples, whānau, and future generations.

 

The Board's collective experience includes leading large-scale programmes, strengthening organisations through effective governance and operational excellence, developing workforce capability, managing complex funding environments, driving innovation and change, and championing health, wellbeing, and social outcomes. Their expertise spans education, counselling, accounting, commercial law, compliance, technology, human resources, disability services, Pacific health, community services, and strategic planning.

 

Grounded in faith, service, and the values of family and community, the Board is passionate about nurturing people, creating opportunities, and ensuring Fonua Ola continues to grow as a strong, sustainable, and values-driven organisation. Together, they bring decades of leadership experience and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Pacific communities, helping guide Fonua Ola's vision of empowering individuals, families, and communities to thrive.

 

At the heart of the Board's work is a commitment to servant leadership, stewardship, and ensuring that every decision reflects the needs and aspirations of the communities Fonua Ola exists to serve. Their combined knowledge, lived experience, and dedication help shape a future where Pacific people are supported to achieve their fullest potential and where community, culture, and faith remain central to everything we do.