Kia ora, I am Chris
I’ve spent over two decades across the Public Sector and more than a decade of that time navigating leadership roles, as well as a stint in consulting as a Senior Manager. I have coached and consulted at various levels or large organisations, and it has always been the part of my roles that I have enjoyed the most. My coaching blends design thinking with traditional coaching methods, allowing me to support and nurture leaders to thrive in our constantly changing and complex world.
I’ve had the privilege of working across diverse sectors, bringing a rich blend of public service insight and private sector agility. I’ve held senior leadership roles such as Head of Client & Channel Experience, Director of Service Design & Development, and Senior Manager of Design, working in areas such as health, housing, and conservation.
I am passionate about fostering creativity, growth, and resilience in leaders, helping them harness their potential and drive meaningful outcomes. By combining strategic foresight with empathetic guidance, I aim to create leaders who are not only effective but also adaptive and forward-thinking.
My coaching philosophy centres on collaboration, continuous learning, and using design thinking to solve real-world problems. I believe in creating safe environments where individuals and teams can thrive, and I am dedicated to unlocking leadership potential and supporting a new generation of leadership to change what it means to be a leader. I genuinely believe that everyone has the potential to lead, starting with knowing your values as a foundation and learning to lead yourself.
“Chris has helped me understand what my strengths and values are, and most importantly helped me recognise what I love to do and how to do more of it in my work. He is great at creating activities that expose insights to help me guide my career path towards jobs that bring me more satisfaction. He’s genuine and cares a lot about people he works with“
Kate
“Chris equipped me with the tools I needed to discover my values and helped me identify my gifts and how to utilise them to give back to my community. He holds you accountable without making you feel smothered and creates a safe space that allows you to stumble gracefully through the journey that is purposeful leadership”
Shafina
“I have really enjoyed working with Chris as my coach, and then as my mentor for the past two years. His compassionate and non-judgmental listening style has been a constant source of comfort and guidance. With his support, I’ve successfully navigated a challenging workplace environment and embraced the uncertainty of career transition. “
Ayesha
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