WellingtonNZ Board of Directors

Tracey works in strategy, leadership and behaviour change, with an international reputation for leadership in social marketing. In 2017, Tracey sold her shareholding in SenateSHJ, the trans-Tasman communication consultancy that she co-founded, to focus on a portfolio career combining business directorships and consultancy in the social sector.

She is a Trustee of the Wellington Regional Stadium Trust and a co-founder and director of The Good Registry. She is a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand, the Chair of the New Zealand Social Marketing Network, and a member of the Board of the Australian Association of Social Marketing.

Paul has an extraordinarily strong background, naturally gravitating into leadership roles in his early 20s, then into his own businesses in 1998. Paul now operates his hospitality company Manaaki Management, employing up to 70 staff.

With seven tamariki who whakapapa to Ngapuhi, Tuwharetoa and Samoa, this is a driving force for Paul, to both the Māori and Pacifica worlds.

Currently sitting on multiple boards, he brings leadership, business knowledge and entrepreneurship expertise to the roles of Chair, Deputy Chair or Board Member. Paul uses his skills and experience to influence and make impactful decisions in these governance roles.

Daphne has been involved in Māori economic development for more than 25 years, having established the Kāpiti and Horowhenua Māori economic development agency and the local Māori business network. She is a project manager, consultant, researcher, published author and professional director and trustee.

Daphne is engaged across Māori health, education, economic development, business and telecommunications. She holds positions with the governing body of Te Wānanga o Raukawa, is the Chair of Te Matarau a Māui, Iwi Co-Chair for the Wellington Regional Skills Leadership Group, the Deputy Chair for Hora Te Pai Māori Health Service, Chair of Te Rōpū Pakihi Inc and is a recent Board appointment to WellingtonNZ. She is also a member of the Institute of Directors.

David is the General Manager of Wētā Workshop, a design and physical manufacturing facility that has grown from a focus on film and TV to include design and build of location-based attractions, consumer products, video games, and operating a rapidly expanding tourism division.

His career has also spanned FMCG marketing, agriculture sector retailing, and government roles in tourism and in conservation.

David has also held many governance roles across tourism, not-for-profit, and conservation.  He is currently a director of the commercial licencing arm of the NZ Cancer Society, and a member of the board of trustees of Wellington College.

Jill is a born and bred Wellingtonian, now residing in the Wairarapa region. Passionate about Wellington, she is enthusiastic to now be able to “give a little back”. Throughout her financial management career, she has contributed to growing businesses in sectors ranging from the investment company scene to aviation and consultancy in the public sector.

Jill is a professional director and a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors. She currently serves on the boards of the Civil Aviation Authority, Ringa Hora Services Workforce Development Council, Chatham Rock Phosphate Ltd (NZX and TSX listed) and USX-listed Aorere Resources Ltd. She is the Chair of the Audit and Risk subcommittees of all four entities.

Jo Healy is a tech industry leader, focusing on enabling top-class teams to deliver digital results and experiences for clients. She has worked at Capgemini, Intergen, and IBM. She has also held chief executive roles with Dimension Data and Fujitsu NZ.

A passionate supporter of diversity, Jo actively engages in women’s forums and groups in the organisations she works. Particularly, in the tech sector to create awareness and help women pursue opportunities. Jo is an active member of Global Women. She has a strong governance career and is on the boards of Business Central, Wellington Chamber of Commerce, and Scots College.

Janet is the current Mayor of Kāpiti Coast. She was elected into the role in 2022. With over 15 years of experience in Local Government, Janet has previously served as the Deputy Mayor, Councillor, and Community Board member and chair.

Janet has previously been a member of Local Government’s National Policy Advisory Group and has served on the Electra Trust Board, and the Mahara Gallery Trust Board. She is a qualified RMA Commissioner and Chair.

Janet has a First Class Honours degree in Performance Cello and a Master's Degree in Composition from Victoria University of Wellington. As a regional representative, Janet is focused on strengthening the wider region. She is dedicated to fostering creativity and vitality in Wellington, drawing from a background in Performing Arts.

John is a Wellington City Councillor representing the Takapū /Northern Ward. He is a Chartered Accountant of 25 years and a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors. John has two degrees from Victoria University of Wellington in Commerce and Economics.

John has founded several companies. He has provided consulting and contract services throughout Wellington in strategic and operational financial accounting, company secretarial practice, and corporate governance across various sectors including Arts, Health, Government and Education.

John serves as a Trustee of the Basin Reserve Trust and Chair of Inverlochy Art School.