Dr. Jeremy Mayall
CEO
Our CEO Dr. Jeremy Mayall is an advocate for arts, culture and creativity and the role that they play as an essential part of community wellbeing.
Our greatest
asset is
our team
Our creative dream team is made up of super humans, each bringing a unique set of skills, ideas and expertise to the table.
Adrienne Clothier
Funding and Finance
The go-to for numbers, when Adrienne’s not keeping books she’s helping artists tackle budgets and navigate all things funding.
Alexis Holmes
Operations Manager
A problem solver with a cup of coffee in her hand, Alexis’ focus is on the internal workings of the organisation with an eye on the future.
Evelyn Coulson
Creative Facilitator
Facilitating all the creativity! Evelyn is your first port of call into Creative Waikato, connecting you with the resources or humans you may need for your creative endeavours.
Dr. Aimee Anderson-O’Connor
Strategy, Research, Creative Development
An enthusiastic and passionate supporter, Aimee is a big believer-inner, ready to walk alongside you, and support your creative work.
Des Ratima
Strategy, Research and Regional Development
A background in law, business consultancy and local government, Des brings these skills to the arts, culture and creative sector that she loves so much.
Kereama Clarke
Kaiwhakahaere i nga Mahi Toi / Regional Māori Arts Developer
He uri tēnei ō Ngāti Hauā, Ngāti Koroki Kahukura, Ngāti Maahanga, Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Naho Ngāti Hāina hoki. Nōreira, mauriora ki ā tātou katoa.
Scott Granville
Creative Development
Scott supports local artists in their creative endeavours through connection to meaningful upskilling, knowledge building, and collaborative opportunities.
Leafa Wilson
Project Lead for Auahatanga ki te Kāinga
A creative force whipping up art hurricanes wherever she goes, Leafa is all about community activation.