Hi, I’m Carla. Health and Wellness Coach, neuronerd, and self-appointed menstruation ambassador. My role at Taiohi Tūrama allows me to use my background in psychology, life coaching, and advocacy to support young people to embrace their potential and create futures brimming with opportunities, acceptance, and self-discovery.
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Jen
Chief Executive Officer
Jen is originally from Scotland and been in New Zealand since 2004 working in several leadership/management roles in health, not-for-profit, local authority and education sectors.
Leigh
Senior Manager / Practice Leader
Ko Otamatea te maunga. Ko Whanganui te awa. I tipu mai ahau ki Whanganui. Ko Airihi, Wīwī me Inarihi ōku iwi. Ko Leigh tōku ingoa.
Kia ora, I’m Leigh. Originally from Whanganui, I have lived in Rotoura for the last 18 years.
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Steve
Youth Development Manager
Kia ora! Steve Holmes here! I have been working with youth for about 25 years both as a youth worker and in youth development management. My job includes ensuring that all of our programmes achieve the best outcomes for our rangatahi.
I love my job, and get great satisfaction in working in a team whose focus is to help young people realise their value and take steps towards reaching their amazing potential.
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Kate
Clinical Nurse Manager
Kia ora
I’m Kate, A Registered Nurse. Born and raised in Tāmaki Makaurau.
Ive been nursing for 35 years and have practiced in several different countries.
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Cara
Kia ora!
I was born and raised here in the beautiful Rotorua. I have had the privilege of nursing since 2008 in multiple settings and countries.
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Heather
Business Manager
Heather works in the powerhouse at the Taiohi Tūrama as Business Manager. This means she and her team are responsible for making sure the organisation runs like a well-oiled machine. They manage day to day resources and protocols needed that help to push toward financial, operational and strategic objectives.
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