
Darsel has been foundational in establishing programmes at the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and in building Unleash Space from the ground up.
Learn more about Darsel
An internationally recognised thought leader on entrepreneurship issues, Rod’s scholarly research is published in more than 100 journal articles and books.
Learn more about Rod
With experience across government, military, and private sectors, Kimberley has a passion for leveraging technology to secure Aotearoa’s competitive advantage.
Learn more about Kimberley
As our Hynds Fellow, Peter focuses on integrating entrepreneurship across curricular courses and programmes throughout the University.
Learn more about Peter
Marissa’s research and teaching focus on the roles of social innovation and social entrepreneurship in the transition to a more just and sustainable world.
Learn more about Marissa
Sandy is passionate about creating experiences that inspire learning and growth. She enjoys helping others to flourish and realise their aspirations.
Learn more about Sandy
With a background in event management and design, Nova is a familiar face across various CIE programmes and events.
Learn more about Nova
With a background in career coaching, adult education, and occupational therapy, Liudmyla is dedicated to fostering lifelong learning and innovation.
Learn more about Liudmyla
With a background in supporting international and Māori students at AUT, she is skilled at encouraging growth and empowering the next generation.
Learn more about Maru
Naomi is passionate about community development and enabling the potential of others.
Learn more about Naomi
Yifan is passionate about helping and supporting students, striving to create opportunities and resources for their growth.
Learn more about Yifan
Jean enjoys working on operational and process improvements, administration and collaboration.
Learn more about Jean
Jorela is a passionate problem-solver with a penchant for anything nice and creative.
Learn more about Jorela
Yaqi is a recent graduate of the University of Auckland Law School, bringing a strong foundation in law, sociology and economics.
Learn more about Yaqi
Sean is passionate about cultivating a new technological culture that brings together and encourages entrepreneurs and makers alike.
Learn more about Sean
Trevor is a passionate innovator dedicated to empowering young minds through hands-on learning in cutting-edge technologies.
Learn more about Trevor
Guy is a Professional Teaching Fellow in Innovation and Strategy. He specialises in integrating digital technologies into teaching and learning, focusing on AI.
Learn more about Guy
Deb is a part-time senior lecturer at the University, designing and delivering some of CIE’s programmes that support innovators and start-up founders.
Learn more about Deb
Since moving to New Zealand from Scotland in 2005, CIE's Venture Lab and Researcher Hatchery Manager has been a driving force in the local start-up ecosystem.
Learn more about Duncan
Ken is a seasoned mentor, investor, and entrepreneur with a wealth of experience in the New Zealand and international start-up ecosystems.
Learn more about Ken
Craig has been involved in the Auckland tech start-up community since joining Ice Angels in 2011.
Learn more about Craig
Anna has worked for companies from Spark to Les Mills International to start-ups of her own.
Learn more about Anna