Leanne Dawson

Leanne Dawson

Membership: Standard

Wellington

12 years governance experience

Open to paid and unpaid roles

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About Me

“With a robust background in governance and strategic leadership, I bring over two decades of experience in guiding and supporting various organisations to achieve their missions and sustainable growth. As a seasoned board member and chair, I have successfully contributed to strategic planning, policy development, and organisational advancement in diverse sectors, including education, sports management, and non-profit organisations. My expertise lies in strategy, programme development, conflict resolution, change management, with a strong foundation in community-led development and stakeholder engagement. My commitment to fostering effective governance, combined with my skills in coaching, mentoring, and project management, enables me to drive impactful initiatives and lead teams toward positive outcomes. ”

Experience

Skills
  • General Management
  • Governance
  • Human Resources
  • Strategy & Planning
Industry/Sector Experience
  • Education/Training
  • Govt/Public Sector
  • Health/Medical/Pharma
  • Sports/Recreation

Interest Areas

I am open to these organisations
  • National Sporting Organisations
  • Regional Sports Trusts
  • Other District/Zone/Regional level Organisations

Diversity

I can be a voice for
  • Women

Special interest groups

Governance Profile

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