Speaker
Speaking topics
Creative Destruction
Drawing on my non-traditional career pathways in both corporate and activist roles, I speak about courageous leadership and being brave enough to be disruptive (and destructive) to transform systems to be more equitable. I also share my journey in leading the next generation transition within a family business.
Synergising Perspectives for Successful Business
Sharing my lessons from exiting a successful career in New Zealand to grow businesses in diverse cultural contexts, and the insights gained on the future of the economy and technology from a global business perspective. I also share my expertise on the socioeconomic and business outlook across Asia Pacific.
Standing in Authenticity
Join me on a journey of resilience. As a woman of color growing up in Aoteaora New Zealand and a 1.5 generation migrant, I've faced my share of challenges. I share my authentic life lessons in failure and the power of 'homecoming' to inspire and motivate audiences of all ages. Learn how to hold onto your values and overcome adversity with me.
Speaking portfolio
Master of Ceremonies, Maldives Construction Industry Forum, August 2023
Keynote Panel Speaker, Leadership and Legacy: celebrating women leaders in Aotearoa NZ to mark 130 years of suffrage, Ministry of Women, June 2023
Keynote Panel Speaker, Economic Contributions of Ethnic Communities, Ethnic Advantage Conference, Ministry of Ethnic Communities, May 2023
Closing Keynote Speaker, Work Readiness Conference, All is for All, January 2023
Master of Ceremonies, International Federation of Asian and Western Pacific Contractors (IFAWPCA) 45th Convention, November 2022
Panelist, Leading Women in Finance hosted by Westpac & Chartered Accountants ANZ, June 2022
Master of Ceremonies, Iftar Dinner hosted by MP Michael Wood & Pearl of the Islands Foundation 2022
Speaker, Women Empower Forum 2022
Speaker, Young Professionals in Real Estate Conference 2020 for the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand
Speaker & Honouree, 2020 University of Auckland 40 Under 40 Alumni (Business Category)
Speaker, M2Woman Magazine Journey to Excellence Live Forum
Chartered Accountants ANZ Young Accountants Group 2019: on using accounting with social good
Guest Speaker for AUT Co.Starters programme 2019: accounting for startups
Chartered Accountants ANZ Meet the Difference Maker video series: on accounting and social good
MUV Talks on milestones & enjoying the journey 2018
AUT Scholarship Students End of Year celebration: keynote speaker on motivation and resilience
Massey University Business Bootcamp 2018 for Year 11-13 students: on non-linear career paths and choosing accounting
Auckland Regional Migrant Services International Women’s Day 2018: on being an immigrant and belonging
St Margaret’s School Christchurch ‘Educating Girls Globally’ International Women’s Day 2018: on empowerment
United Nations Commission on the Status of Women 2017 (CSW61): on race & gender equality in workplaces in NZ
MUV Talks on microaggressions and why equality matters 2017
CA ANZ YOU UNLIMITED
Meet the difference maker interview with Chartered Accountants ANZ
M2WOMAN JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE
JTE Panel Discussion on Diversity & Inclusion – October 2019
Over 600 engaged people joined the M2woman Journey to Excellence forum on 18 October at the Cordis Hotel in Auckland.
MUV TALKS 2018
Presentation on milestones & enjoying the journey
MUV TALKS 2017
Presentation on microaggressions and why equality matters