Sam Napia

New interim Chief Executive Officer appointed

Sam Napia (Te Whiu, Ngāti Pakau, Ngāti Hao, Ngāti Manu, Ngāti Toro, Te Popoto, Ngāti Hau, Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Kahu ki Whangaroa) has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer of Te Rūnanga Ā Iwi Ō Ngāpuhi.

Welcomed to the TRAION offices with a whakatau on Monday 3 August, Board Deputy Chair Te Rau Arena said Sam brings an innovative approach to the role, with extensive experience in strategic planning and leadership. “Sam also has a track record in project management, and experience over a broad range of local and regional government functions.”

Te Rūnanga Ā Iwi Ō Ngāpuhi have begun recruiting for the full time Chief Executive position.