MARAMA ROYAL MNZM, MInstD

Marama Royal MNZM, MInstD was born and raised in Tāmaki and had the privilege of receiving her education at Queen Victoria School in Parnell. She has extensive experience in strategic planning, relationship management, leadership, governance, and organizational change. Marama has been a Director of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Trust since 2010 and has served as Chair since December 2017.

Marama also holds a number of Chair and Directorships roles across various organisations and trusts; Chair Ngati Whatua Orakei Reserves Board, Chair Ranginui 12 Trust, Chair SkyCity Community Trust, Pro-Chancellor AUT, Co-Chair Auckland Police Taumata, Chair – Pou Take Ahuarangi NICF (National Iwi Chairs Forum), Member Pro-Care Co-Operative Board, Member Eden Park Trust - Member

Marama is a current serving Justice of the Peace and an Independent Marriage Celebrant which are her voluntary roles within the community. Marama is passionate about achieving positive outcomes for whanau, especially our kaumatua and is a servant of her people.