Stephen brings NZMS a wealth of experience in relationship management and external engagement, having developed extensive partnerships and programmes within a range of sectors over his career – including in the arts, business, community, non-profit, and research areas. As Southern Regional Manager, he maintains and builds on existing customer relationships, aiming to make new connections that will enable NZMS’s growth within the Southern region.
Previous to NZMS Stephen was a lecturer in History at the University of Canterbury, and a manager in the College of Arts with responsibility for external engagement, internships, and international programmes.
Stephen is currently a Trustee of the Ferrymead Heritage Trust, which manages the Ferrymead Heritage Park in Christchurch.