"I firmly believe that Kaitiakitanga (guardianship), social outcomes, cultural enhancement and economic development can all benefit when balanced."
DARRYN RATANA NOMINATED BY: Betty Anderson Ko Aotea te waka Ko Taranaki te Maunga Ko Patea te Awa Ko Kairakau te hapū Ko Waioturi te Marae Currently I am Manager of Partnerships for the Department of Conservation in Taranaki and living in New Plymouth. I am of Te Arawa and Ngā Rauru Kii Tahi descent and was previously the chair of Te Kaahui o Rauru the Post Settlement Governance Entity and a number of other Health organisations including Te Oranganui and Te Whare Punanga Korero. I have been Shareholder representative on the PKW Education Trust for the last 3 years and a member of the Taranaki Māori Trust Board. In 2009 I attended a “Fellowship” at Stanford University looking at the effects of Climate Change on Reo, Whenua and Tikanga. This involved participants from Ngai Tahi and Native Hawaiians. This has enabled me to think about Māori/Iwi development in a context of Social, Cultural, Environmental and Economic outcomes. I am also a member of the Institute of Directors. I have a strong background in education and conservation planning and leadership, with a focus on early childhood education and currently also hold a Directorship on Ngāti Ruanui Tahua Ltd. I have recently completed development of the Taranaki Destination Management 12 | WHAKAMANA
Plan for the Department of Conservation. This focused on opportunities to enhance visitor experiences, economic contribution, infrastructure and cultural relevance of activities on Mt Taranaki. I firmly believe that Kaitiakitanga (guardianship), social outcomes, cultural enhancement and economic development can all benefit when balanced. This can also maximise return to shareholders. I would be honoured to serve shareholders as a member of the Committee of Management for Parininihi ki Waitotara.