Ko wai mātou? — Who are we?
Kelly leads a team that lives this whakataukī, seeds of potential sown with purpose. Alongside Dave, and with Shay and Tino stewarding brand, product, technology and delivery, our iwi specialists, planners, and digital innovators share one vision: make iwi engagement seamless, respectful, and effective.
“E kore au e ngaro, he kākano i ruia mai i Rangiātea.”
I will never be lost, for I am a seed sown from Rangiātea.
Meet Our Leaders - Who guide our waka
Kelly Parekowhai
Cofounder and CEO
Dave Wise
Cofounder and Chief Product Officer
Shay Bruce
Founding Chief Marketing Officer
Tino Laomahei
Founding Chief Technology Officer
We bring:
- 45+ years of global innovation and Māori business expertise
- Deep iwi partnership experience across Aotearoa
- Cutting-edge digital tools built by Māori, for Māori
What sets us apart:
- Aotearoa’s only comprehensive iwi engagement platform
- Tiriti-led by design, tikanga-rooted in practice
- Your long-term partners in meaningful impact
Our measure of success:
- The lasting impact we create together, growing one purposeful solution at a time.