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Anna joined Laidlaw College as COO in 2025. She has held senior leadership and governance roles in both public and private sectors, in Aotearoa NZ and abroad, with extensive experience across strategy, finance, digitisation and sustainability. Her role focuses on shaping a sustainable and adaptable business model that supports the College’s commitment to being a faithful and innovative presence in the tertiary sector. Outside of her College role, Anna has long supported global mission initiatives, and currently serves as the Deputy Chair of Tearfund NZ . She lives in Auckland with her family and attends EV Church in Hillsborough.
Anna is Chief Operating Officer of Te Wānanga Amorangi Laidlaw College, based at the Auckland campus. She leads the College’s operational strategy, ensuring it stays closely aligned with its mission, vision and strategic priorities. Working alongside the National Principal/CEO and the Senior Leadership Team, Anna oversees resource stewardship, organisational performance, and the effectiveness of College-wide initiatives.
Her role centres on shaping a sustainable and adaptable business model — one that allows the College to respond well to a changing educational landscape while safeguarding its long-term viability. Drawing on diverse leadership experience across both public and private sectors, Anna supports the College’s commitment to being a faithful and innovative presence in Aotearoa New Zealand’s tertiary sector.
With a strong focus on people and culture, Anna is deeply committed to the College’s Christian ethos, fostering a workplace where people are both mission-driven and able to flourish.
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