Agnes Loheni
Auckland,AUK
Summary
A seasoned leader with over twenty years Governance and Leadership in small business, retail, manufacturing, and export. Extensive experience includes a successful track record in parliamentary roles, school board leadership, and fostering community engagement. Proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and governance with a focus on sustainable growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director, Marketing
MENA International Limited
01.2002 - Current
- Established and executed governance implementation roadmap.
- Developed and maintained department policies and procedures to support organization and industry best practices.
- Defined performance indicators and quality metrics to maintain compliance with governing policies, standards and adoption requirements.
- Oversight of financial management ensuring stability, growth, and compliance for sustained small business success.
- Drove strategic governance, adeptly exploring and identifying export sales channels, optimizing logistics for business expansion.
- Engaged with diverse, collaborative and energetic workforce to spark innovation and develop service ideas.
- Leveraged data and analytics to assist in oversight of strategic decisions around business improvements.
Member of Parliament
NZ House Of Representatives
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Associate Spokesperson for Small Business. Active engagement in parliamentary debates, discussions, and committees related to small business policies and legislation. Collaboration with stakeholders, contribution to development of relevant policies, and assisted in communicating the party''s stance on small business matters. Participation in public events and initiatives to promote the party's vision for a thriving small business sector.
- Pacific Peoples, and Health. Policy development; Engagement, consultation and legislative oversight.
- Member of the Social Services and Community Select Committee. Scrutiny of legislation related to social policies and community welfare. Engagement and detailed examination, analysis, and discussion of proposed bills, providing recommendations and oversight to ensure that legislation aligns with the committee's objectives and addresses the needs of society and communities. Participation in hearings, gathering evidence, and contribution to the development of policies that impact social services and community well-being.
- Member of Commonwealth Women's Parliamentarians. Collaborate on issues related to gender equality and women's empowerment. Active participation in discussions, advocating for policies that advance women's rights, and promoting the inclusion of women in political processes. Work towards fostering an environment that supports women in leadership roles within Parliament, addressing challenges faced by women in society, and contributing to the overall advancement of gender equity. Speaker & NZ Parliamentary representative at women's economic empowerment and political issues in Laos, Taiwan and Fiji.
Chair, Board of Trustees
Richmond Road School
06.2013 - 11.2016
- Led pivotal governance initiatives in setting goals and strategies to raise student achievement
- Led the recruitment of a new principal, navigating financial challenges, and driving the school's strategic plan.
- Negotiated the property masterplan with the Ministry of Education, demonstrating adept stakeholder engagement.
- Guided the school through the Education Review Office process, fostering a positive relationship with the school and broader community stakeholders.
Board Member
Pacific Poppies Foundation Trust
11.2015 - 10.2018
- Charitable works and poverty alleviation
- Young women development
- Mentoring
Chair, Pacific Blues Special Interest Group
New Zealand National Party
03.2014 - 02.2017
- Led organization in setting goals and strategies.
- General governance, advocacy, policy development, recruitment & membership activities.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical & Materials) -
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ03.2017
Skills
Strategic Business Management
Brand Development
Operational Excellence
Financial Oversight
Stakeholder Engagement
Advisory and Mentorship
Human Resource Development
Regulatory Compliance
Governance Expertise
Board Leadership
GOVERNANCE TRAINING
- Pasefika Fono – Raising Pasefika Achievement, NZSTA, 2015
- Hautu Maori Cultural Responsiveness Tool, NZSTA, 2015
- Health & Safety Law, NZSTA, 2015
- Education Law Intensive, NZSTA 2015
- Chair Development – Residential Programme, NZSTA 2014
- Finance, NZSTA 2014
- Policy Framework, NZSTA 2014
- Accountability For Boards, NZSTA, 2014
Accomplishments
· SunPix Pacific Peoples Awards – Pacific Enterprise 2015
· MIT Pacific Business Trust Exporter of the Year – 2010
· Westfield Style Pasifika – Business Scholarship - 2007
Employment History
- MENA International Ltd, Founder/Director, June 2002-current
- NZ Member of Parliament, Jan 2019-Oct 2020
- Simx Ltd, Marketing & Sales Consultant, April 2018-Sept 2018
- BECA Consulting, Power Systems, Feb 2005 - July 2006
- NZ High Commission, Samoa, Development Officer, May 1998-Jan 2001
Community/Voluntary
· Business Mentors New Zealand, Business Mentor
· Duffy Books in Homes, Role Model
· PACIFICA Women, West Auckland, Member
· St Josephs Church, Grey Lynn, Youth Mentor
· Grey Lynn Business Association, Member
· Samoa Business Association, Member
Timeline
Member of Parliament
NZ House Of Representatives
01.2019 - 10.2020
Board Member
Pacific Poppies Foundation Trust
11.2015 - 10.2018
Chair, Pacific Blues Special Interest Group
New Zealand National Party
03.2014 - 02.2017
Chair, Board of Trustees
Richmond Road School
06.2013 - 11.2016
Managing Director, Marketing
MENA International Limited
01.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical & Materials) -
University of Auckland
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