EPIT is for people and organisations interested in transformative educational outcomes that contribute to a more socially just world.

Lorraine is the Chief Executive of the Hugh Green Foundation. She is an experienced network leader who has built a strong reputation with public, private and Not for Profit organisations in New Zealand and abroad for effectively delivering large-scale projects from concept to actualisation.

Liz is the CEO at Burnett Foundation. She is an experienced leader with a demonstrated history of working in the philanthropy and non-profit industry. Liz is highly skilled in leadership, global and local NGOs, Corporate Social Responsibility and partnerships, and Philanthropy. She is a strong business development professional with tuition from Harvard Business School.

For over 25 years, Rob has been involved in organisational and thought leadership in the education sector. A former Deputy Chief Executive in the Ministry of Education, Rob has been an independent adviser since 2012, undertaking strategy and policy projects for a range of New Zealand education organisations, and also internationally, including supporting Pacific education system development and as a member of the Global Education Leadership Partnership.

Emeritus Professor Pare Keiha is a distinguished academic leader and governance specialist with deep expertise in Māori advancement, education, and social justice. A former Pro Vice-Chancellor at Auckland University of Technology, he brings extensive experience across public and private sector boards and has been recognised with a QSO for services to business, education, and Māori.

Dorothy Adams is an experienced public sector leader and independent adviser with expertise in social investment, education and wellbeing. She has held senior leadership roles across central and local government, including Chief Executive of the Social Investment Agency, and has worked internationally with the OECD on life-course and early-intervention policy.

Debbie has more than 10 years governance experience and is currently the Deputy Chair of Maungakiekie Tamaki Local Board and an Auckland District Licensing Committee Chair. She is a business leader with over 20 years’ experience in senior management in a wide range of sectors, most recently as CEO of a kaupapa Māori not-for-profit organisation delivering education outcomes. Debbie is a vocal advocate for equity and inclusion and is passionate about a future Aotearoa where everyone has the resources and opportunities to be the best that they can be.

Ana supports our partners to measure what matters and use evidence for learning, adaptation, and impact. With a PhD in Social Science and extensive experience across education and community development, her approach combines rigorous evaluation with practical, people-centred solutions.

Yii brings extensive experience in philanthropy, partnership development, and organisational leadership, with a strong track record of building collaborative initiatives that improve outcomes for young people, whānau, and communities across Aotearoa.

Miura leads EPIT's partner network, fostering strong relationships, supporting the funding pipeline and contributing to evaluation initiatives. She drives the online community development, ensuring meaningful engagement and celebrating key milestones. 

Ineke supports the core team, oversees the day-to-day operations of the shared co-working space and manages our events. She has extensive experience in customer service, sales and event management.