Chris is a professional coach, education consultant and advisor

He is a registered teacher with extensive experience of 20+ years in education with 11 years of educational leadership experience. Chris has directed his experience to coaching, consulting and advising for schools leaders, teachers and other professional leaders. He recently completed a PGDip in HR management to further his understanding and application of facilitating the development of positive learning and workplace cultures.

Chris has extensive experience in communication skills and relationship development. He has trained school leaders, teachers, parents, and business leaders in empathic and professional communication skills for positive relationships, culture and wellbeing. He has created a relationship based parenting course which has served over 250 parents in creating improved relationships with their children.

Chris is the board chair of a primary intermediate school and works part time for the Auckland Council as a sustainable schools advisor. His work takes him to schools throughout the Auckland region facilitating the enviroschools program and overseeing outdoor experience education programs. He is driven by his passion for nature, sustainability and bringing people and community together to achieve greater outcomes.

Chris's life's work is dedicated to bringing about positive changes for improved overall wellbeing of people and the environment and he welcomes the opportunity to be part of the UWET community of practice.