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 Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, 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.

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.

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.

Karl is a lifelong Wellingtonian who was brought up in the heart of the city, Te Aro. After having attended Wellington College he enjoyed a very successful 18-year career in the financial markets, before going on to establish his own businesses (Kaffee Eis & Gellicious Gelato) which he has run and expanded successfully over the last 21 years.

Karl is driven by the desire to see Wellington regain its positivity and to create an environment where Wellingtonians cannot only survive but can also thrive by working closely with the business community to drive employment opportunities.