Kim has had a long association with the Waiheke Marine Project in her previous role at Foundation North leading the GIFT (Gulf Innovation Fund Together) environmental regeneration fund.

Kim is passionate about Te Tiriti, regenerative practices, systemic change and collaborative learning. Kim has been closely involved in a number of marine regeneration projects across Tāmaki Makarau and Te Tai Tokerau during her time at Foundation North and is very excited to supporting the next stage of growth for the WMP building on the incredible mahi to date. Kim was born in Palmerston North, grew up in Auckland, has lived on Waiheke for 20 years and has close associations with the Arts and Healing communities.

Her 11 year old son attends Te Huruhi Primary School and is an enthusiastic member of the Waiheke United Football Club Dolphins team.