Edwina is a specialist in Māori development, strategy, planning and relationship management. Her extensive experience across the public sector and with iwi and Māori organisations and communities enables her to connect te ao Māori to many environments. Edwina envisions a New Zealand where an inclusive, equitable and sustainable future is possible for everyone. Her specialty is building trust and confidence in people and organisations to rise to the challenge.
Sustainable Coastlines co-founder Sam helped to grow the charity into a globally recognised movement. He is also co-founder of Te Mahere Whakauka, and is passionate about capacity development work and finding pathways to rehabilitate offenders. He has served on several non-profit boards, and has worked with the UN to help spread effective solutions to marine litter. He remains passionate about the ocean and enjoys surfing, spearfishing, and swimming with his daughter, Juliette.
Natasha believes in getting behind the important work of restoring Aotearoa’s coastlines. She brings over 25 years of experience across many sectors, with a focus on creating high-performing, supportive, and flourishing cultures at organisations from Auckland Transport, to DB Breweries, NZ Post and Spark. Her happy place is Matapouri Bay on the Tutukaka Coast.
