KTV Consulting
Tū Kauri te Kaupapa, hei tipu ō moemoeā
Ko tēnei tōku maunga, a, Matawhaūra me tōku moana a Rotoiti
Ko Ngāti Hinekura tōku hapū, Ko Ngāti Pikiao tōku Iwi
Karen Tataiwhetu Vercoe (KTV)
Karen Vercoe is a highly experienced leader and governor, with a broad background spanning government, iwi, sport, and not-for-profit sectors. As a Senior Executive in both government and Iwi/Māori organisations, she has achieved notable results and earned multiple awards recognising her leadership.
She established KTV Consulting, providing strategic advice to various Māori and Pacific health and social service organisations and government agencies. Karen has held numerous governance roles, including as Chair of Te Pumautanga o Te Arawa, Chair of the Data Iwi Leaders Group, Director of Central North Island Iwi Holdings Ltd, Director of Sport NZ, and Chair of Te Taumata Māori. She also serves in advisory capacities with the Privacy Commission and the Ministry for the Environment.
Her significant contributions have been acknowledged with her appointment as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2021. She has participated in international and Indigenous leadership programmes and received the Dame Mira Szászy Māori Alumni Award.
In addition, Karen has represented New Zealand as a dual international athlete in Women’s Rugby and Touch Football. She holds a Master of Management from the University of Auckland. Karen resides in Rotorua with her two adult children.
In-person and remote options
Karen can meet online and in person at your location of choice as required.
Services
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Governance Training
Providing practical experience and expertise to help Boards and Chairs.
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Organisation Development
Helping organisations to improve from strengthening leadership and culture to advancing infrastructure and improving systems.
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Engagement & Relationships
Better ways to engage with Government and supporting Government to engage with Communities.
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Bespoke Services
Customised services designed to meet your unique needs.
“Te toki o te ngākau - The heart of leadership.
Karen Vercoe inspires a community to reach new heights by leading with both the heart and wisdom, empowering those around her to become leaders in their own right”
— Dr Iwi Te Whau, JP, BOPRC Councillor