Kathryn Ross

CEO | Tumu Whakarae

After more than 30 years in local and central government in a variety of roles. I joined Skylight because of its mission and values.

Vonnie Marshall

Counselling Team Leader | Kaiārahi Matua – Whakamahereora

I was born in Whanganui-a-Tara and lived in Nelson, where we raised three children.

Te Ataahia Hurihanganui

Pou Ārahi Māori | Cultural Advisor

As a Māmā and the Founding Director of Reo Rua Ltd., I’m dedicated to the wellbeing of tamariki, whānau, and communities through mātauranga-based, Tiriti-led practice.

Jenny Devine

Clinical Advisor | Pou Ārahi Haumanu

I am a registered educational psychologist and the Clinical Advisor for Skylight Trust.

Amanda Gregan

Director of Operations | Kaiwhakahaere Matua – Rangapū

My role is to ensure the business runs smoothly and sustainably, while seeking growth opportunities across both existing and new areas of operation.

Di Duncan

Finance Officer | Kaiwhakahaere – Pūtea

I am from the UK but relocated to New Zealand a few years ago.

Benjamin Jensen

Senior Counselling Coordinator | Kaitui Matua – Whakamahereora

In my role at Skylight, I am a counselling coordinator/counsellor. My roles have changed over the last four years.

Bridy Haughey

Programmes – Psychology Lead | Kaiārahi Mātai Hinengaro – Kaupapa Pāpori

I am an educational psychologist working as Senior Programmes Coordinator.

Emma Harbour

Programmes, Outreach and Fundraising | Kaupapa Pāpori, Ratonga Hapori, Kimi-Pūtea

Previously, a travel tour coordinator, flight attendant, foster carer and supervisor at a home for pregnant teens. I have joined Skylight this year as a Programme Coordinator.

Elliot Freeman

Senior Programme Manager  | Kaiwhakahaere Matua – Kaupapa Pāpori

I look after Travellers, Skylight's wellbeing programme which supports young people to build resilience and navigate life’s ups and downs.

Tina Taylor

Client Care Lead | Kaiārahi Manaaki-Kiritaki

Kia ora koutou! I am a Counselling Coordinator at Skylight.

Maggie Horrell

Creative Arts Therapist | Kaituku Haumanu - Toi

Maggie Horrell (she/her/ia) a Creative Arts Therapist (MACAT) hailing from the south. She has a background in English and Classical Literature and spent seven years as a Seed Analyst which means her obscure knowledge is top notch.

Anne Bristol

Office Manager | Kaiwhakahaere-ā-Tari Matua

I came to Skylight as a volunteer. This led to becoming the Board Secretary and organising Professional Development workshops across the country.

Azrul Bibi

Administrator | Kaiwhakahaere-ā-Tari

Originally from the Fiji Islands I arrived in New Zealand in 2023. I completed a Diploma in Accounting at the University of The South Pacific.

Maddie Barrett

Social Media Coordinator | Kaitui – Pae Pāpāho Pāpori

Along with being the social media coordinator, I am also involved in delivering programmes aimed to help tamariki and rangitahi increase their resilience and connect with their identity.

Dr. Nicole M. Coupe

Co-Chair | Tangata Whenua

Dr. Coupe is an experienced researcher and academic with a deep commitment to improving health outcomes through innovative practices.

Lesley Hoskin

Trustee | Mema o te Poari

Lesley brings extensive senior executive and governance experience across the public sector. She holds a Diploma in Te Reo Māori, a Master’s in Public Sector Management, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Management & Leadership from Oxford University.

Brendon Oakley

Trustee | Mema o te Poari

Brendon is a senior officer within the New Zealand Defence Force. He has seen and done much during his career, from undertaking management and support positions at Defence Headquarters in Wellington to serving with United Nations peacekeeping forces in the Middle East.

Tania Vincent

Trustee | Mema o te Poari

With a career that spans high-level advisory and executive roles in both international and domestic environments, Tania understands the complexities of navigating public, private, and non-profit sectors.

Maria Mitimeti

Trustee | Mema o te Poari

Maria is a leader with extensive public service experience – both at the Board level and as an Executive. A passionate advocate for better outcomes for Pasifika, Maria connected deeply with the kaupapa of Skylight.

Katharine Te Hau Bowden

Non-voting Trustee

Katharine is a Principal Advisor at Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities and a former Private Secretary for Housing.

Akasha Te Amo Liana Rio

Trustee | Mema o te Poari

I am passionate about Te Tiriti o Waitangi, how we address mental health using a Te Triti-based model, and the journey Skylight is on to become a Te Tiriti-based organisation.

Dr. Amanda Perry

Trustee | Mema o te Poari

Dr. Amanda Perry is an experienced clinician and academic leader, who is passionate about supporting people to reach their potential.

Martin Weekes

Trustee | Mema o te Poari

I believe every child deserves the opportunity to live a full and happy life in a positive, stimulating, safe environment and it should be every parent’s wish to see that dream come to fruition.