Jenny Nand

Chairperson

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I work for the Department of Internal Affairs as a Strategic Advisor and I have a number voluntary roles in the community. It is an honour and a privilege to be part of the Community Waikato whaanau. I strongly believe there is a need to continuously learn new skills and approaches to working with communities and at the same time have the courage to unlearn behaviour and practice that no longer serve the community. I believe Community Waikato has the organisational courage to do just that and be at the forefront of building capacity and capability within the social and community sector in the Waikato. I am looking forward to adding value to this kaupapa and enabling stronger communities.

Sarah Thomson

Sarah is an experienced elected member with Hamilton City Council. She has practiced as both a commercial and community lawyer. She has a passion for equity, environmental protection and housing affordability. Sarah is focused on solutions and working collaboratively to get positive outcomes for the city and across our region. She brings a strong strategic focus to the board of Community Waikato.

Johann van Loggerenberg

Audit Partner

Johann is an Audit Partner at PKF Hamilton - Chartered Accountants. He loves the work he does and says that no day is ever the same. Clients not only need advice about how to apply the accounting standards but sometimes they also need a sound board for other things that are going on in their businesses. In Johann's role, he is able to form strong relationships with his clients and add value by providing advice around internal controls within their organisation. Johann has been involved with the not-for-profit sector for many years in various personal capacities from auditing schools, sports club, religious trusts, aged care sector, medical sectors and volunteering as treasurer on Waikato Ultimate board. Johann has worked in the Chartered Accounting practices for over 8 years. He has been a member of CAANZ – Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand for 5 years. Johann has a special interest in the 'not-for-profit' sector.

Chelsey Hawthorn

Chelsey is the head of Strategic Delivery and Performance at the BNZ in the Waikato.  She has a long history in the banking industry and brings both an experienced financial lens and an eye for detail to the Community Waikato Board.  She and her husband own a farm in the Waikato, bringing to the board insights into the experiences and challenges of local rural communities.  Chelsey is an active community member and parent, who has represented nz as a young rider.