Samoan born, South Auckland raised, West Auckland proud.

27 years in education – 15 as teacher and senior leader in multicultural Auckland schools. 12 years in the Resource Teachers of Learning and Behaviour (RTLB) service including leading and managing the service in Central West Auckland. 11 years in governance roles in primary and secondary schools.  Associate member of NZ Pasifika Principals Association and Tautai Pacific RTLB. Master’s research in educational leadership and management.