About Lisa

A visionary leader, educational entrepreneur, culture creator, and progressive design thinker.

Always ahead of the wave, I started my educational journey 25 years ago. I have worked as a primary and secondary teacher, a specialised classroom teacher, a literacy and numeracy tutor, an initial teacher educator, deputy principal and an acting principal.

Culture is everything. It influences our attitudes and behaviours while also impacting every aspect of a school. I help individuals and teams to grow their capability.

I raise teaching practice by creating optimal learning environments. I do this through behaviour management, innovation to engage, cultural responsiveness and impactful leadership decisions and action plans.

I walk in different worlds, with bicultural and multicultural experiences. I use this to enrich my consultancy work. I carry with me te ao Māori values because it allows for a more unified and inclusive experience while also living our Tiriti relationship.

Experienced in Design Thinking from Stanford University, I use this methodology to co-create innovative action plans and frameworks with my clients, taking ideas to action.

I energise by heading into the mountains or to the sea. I enjoy attending cultural events, often volunteering. Life is for fun.

What is Lisa like to work with?

  • "Lisa possesses a deep understanding of the many complex challenges Māori are facing today. She is a very strong and empathetic leader who leads from the heart, and consistently develops innovative ways to grow communities and leaders for a better Aotearoa for all"

    Wiremu Gray

    Mana Facilitation

  • "A passionate champion for bi-culturalism and equity, Lisa challenged our thinking to make sure we reflected on whose voices we considered in our decision making - and whose voices we still needed to seek and really hear."

    Shane Morrow

    Educational Leader

  • "Lisa is an experienced design thinker, skilled in helping others take their ideas to action. Lisa leads with authenticity and humility, empowering others on their journey towards cultural capability."

    Carolyn Stuart

    CEO Weaving Futures

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