OUR PEOPLE

Meet the talented minds behind our wellbeing revolution

At FREEDOM Wellbeing Institute, our team is united by a commitment to improving wellbeing through evidence-based education, research, and consulting. With diverse expertise and a shared passion for making a positive impact, we work together to deliver solutions that enhance the wellbeing of individuals, organisations, and communities.

Susan F. Stevenson

Founder, Freedom Wellbeing Institute & NZCDI

Qualification: MEd (University of Otago), GradDipCurriculumDesign & Academic Leadership (Freedom Institute of Higher Education), CertStrategicLeadership (Victoria University of Wellington), CertTe Ara Reo (Te Wānanga o Aotearoa)
Expertise/Foci: Transformational Leadership, Wellbeing Research, Curriculum Design, Health Education, Leadership Development, and Organisational Capability Enhancement
Graeme E. Stevenson

Finance Director
Dr. Kay Fielden

Research Manager

Qualification: PhD (SocEc) University of Western Sydney, MSc (ComSc), BSc
Expertise: Universal Wellbeing and Mindfulness, Research Methods, Research Projects, Business, IT, Computing
Yashodha S. Karunanayake

Marketing Manager

Qualification: GradCertAppMktg (Southern Institute of Technology)
Expertise/Foci: Marketing Strategy, Lead Generation, Digital Campaign Management, CRM Optimization, and Content Development.
Dr Jonathan Te Rire

Iwi Affiliation: Ngāti Maniapoto, Tu Wharetoa
Qualification: PhD., Master of Management, Master of Māori Laws & Philosophy, Master of Indigenous Studies, Dip Theology, BA/LLB
Expertise: Hauora, Universal Wellbeing, Cultural Capability, Local Curriculum Design, Assessment for Learning, Marau a-Kura, Matauranga Maori and te reo Maori, Aromatawai
CHRIS DE LA MARE

Qualification: BSc(Hons), PGCE, PGDip.HM, MSc.(University of Hertfordshire)
Expertise: Teaching, Principalship, Universal Wellbeing Facilitation, Coaching, Research, Whole of Organisation Development, and Leadership