The Alumni
The inspiring stories of the Sir Peter Blake Trust's Leaders
The Sir Peter Blake Trust has been celebrating great kiwi
leadership through the Sir Peter
Blake Leadership Awards since 2005. 50 Blake Leaders
have joined a growing group of individuals who follow in the
footsteps of Sir Peter and continue to exemplify his extraordinary
kiwi 'can do' spirit.
Sir John Graham is one of this country's most outstanding individuals, highly respected by New Zealanders of all ages as a man who delivers transformational change with unwavering commitment and drive. For over 30 years, Sir John has demonstrated inspirational leadership on the sporting field, in the classroom and at the board table.
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Kapu was identified by his iwi early in life for his leadership potential. From a young age he found himself in leadership roles and has dedicated his career to Maori improvement in the public sector, and local communities. Kapu has always wanted to serve his people and ensure they have the best possible access to opportunities.
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One of the world’s most well-known New Zealanders, Philip Keoghan has the ability to inspire and mobilise hundreds of thousands of people across the globe to make a difference. As a highly acclaimed broadcaster and producer, he has an approachable demeanour and takes every opportunity to demonstrate his kiwi pride.
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Rachel Taulelei is described as having led change in the New Zealand fishing industry. At 37, the founder and CEO of Yellow Brick Road Ltd, has had phenomenal success in the development of an innovative sustainable supply of fresh fish to restaurants across the country.
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At 34, Roseanne Liang is a leading light for modern kiwi feature films and the filmmaking industry in New Zealand. Achieving international success with her documentaryBanana in a Nutshelland filmMy Wedding and Other Secrets,Roseanne knows what it takes to inspire a team of people to turn a creative idea into a highly esteemed work.
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Qiujing Wong has a genius for turning her vision into real action and inspiring social change by addressing some of society's most difficult issues through film. The 34 year old co-founded Borderless Productions six years ago with a passion to create positive, economic, social and environmental change, working with local and international partners.
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Richie McCaw is among the finest captains in All Blacks history, constantly demonstrating the art of leading from the front. Leading by example, he has perfected the art of creating and inspiring a winning team, encouraging his teammates to lift their game and be the best they can be.
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