Our Board oversees our strategic direction and monitors how we deliver our objectives. The diverse members of the Board combine their experiences and expertise to guide the Chief Executive, who works with the Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand staff to achieve the charity’s vision.
Board chairperson
Warwick, who is based in the Bay of Plenty, has 20 years’ experience in senior management roles and local government. Warwick has been a Board Member of the Auckland Zoo and other sports and non-profit organisations, and is also a member of the New Zealand Institute of Directors. He has been involved in a wide range of conservation and environmental initiatives around NZ. As a father of a child with CF, Warwick has a good understanding of the needs of the CF community and a strong desire to improve the lives of people with CF in New Zealand.
President CFNZ
Denis became involved with CFNZ after his son was born with cystic fibrosis in 1972. Denis was instrumental in establishing the CF Research Foundation fund in the 80’s - in conjunction with Patron Bob Elliot. For many years Denis was Chair of the Board, and for the past 13 years retains his involvement as CFNZ President. In 2001 he was recognised with the Queens Service Order (QSO) for services to CFNZ and the community. His son Cameron currently lives in Melbourne.
Board member
Jane has two adult children with cystic fibrosis and lives in Auckland with her family. Jane brings with her a depth of knowledge and experience in the not-for-profit sector, gained from her service to the CF community, time working in community development for the city council and various roles at her children’s schools. Jane was the CFNZ Board Chairperson from 2006–2019 and is also a current member of the CFNZ Auckland Branch committee, which she has chaired in the past.
Board member
Michele Wilson is the mother of three daughters, the youngest of whom has cystic fibrosis. She lives in Wellington and is an active member of the local branch and has been heavily involved in the local fundraising events, in particular the very successful Wellington Christmas Tree Festival. Michele has a master’s degree in Special Education and worked for many years as an Educational Psychologist. In recent years she has set up and run a small catering company in Wellington.
Board member
Andrew is the father of a young girl with CF. Now based in Wellington, he has over 20 years’ experience in healthcare management roles for specialist pharmaceutical companies, service providers and public sector organisations representing DHBs. He is passionate about people-centered healthcare, by listening to and focusing health innovations on those who experience it! He is looking forward to being able to bring all his experience to benefit the CF community in New Zealand.
CF adult representative
Alex joined the CFNZ board in 2019 as the CF adult representative. Alex is a management consultant at PwC and is passionate about devising and executing strategy and change projects. Alex brings to the board a background in accounting and finance and to represent the CF community as an adult with CF. Alex lives in Auckland and works full time.
Independent Board Member
Rachel is a Canterbury based qualified accountant with experience in NFP work. She has a double major in accounting and commercial law with 10 years’ experience in accounting field (BDO Canterbury and Xero). She has extensive NFP volunteer experience. Rachel is a current board manager of NZ Council of Women (on Audit and Risk Committee) and Jane Goodall Institute (New Zealand). Rachel’s appointment will be as a full board member for 2 years from the AGM.
Board Intern
Jaggar is a third-year medical school student based in Auckland. He has extensive “grass roots” involvement in NFP’s – particularly St Johns and P3. He has a good understanding of strategic direction and social media skills are a strength. Jaggar will be appointed as a Board intern for the period of one year from the AGM. He will have speaking rights but no voting rights.