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Analeise Murahidy
Executive Director, Strategic Growth
Analeise has been with UniServices since 2009. Prior to joining UniServices she held contract management, operations and business development roles within the tertiary sector in the UK and New Zealand. In 2024 she was appointed to the role of Executive Director, Strategic Growth.
a.murahidy@auckland.ac.nz More about AnaleiseRebecca Adams
Director, Government Relations
Rebecca (NgÄi Tahu) has been with UniServices since 2016 and is based in Wellington to connect researchers with government agencies and other research entities. She has worked as a diplomat for the NZ Government and is involved in philanthropic work. Contact about: Research that might be relevant to government agencies.
rebecca.adams@auckland.ac.nz More about RebeccaKelvin Keh
Director, Strategic Growth – Health
Kelvin has been with UniServices since 2008 and leads the health team initiatives. His background is in biotech. He lived and worked in Asia, North America and Europe before returning to New Zealand. Contact about: Pursuing public and private sector interests in health.
k.keh@auckland.ac.nzDion Peita
Manutaki Whanaketanga Umanga MÄori | MÄori Business Development Director
Dion (Te RÄrawa, NgÄti Te Ata Waiohua, NgÄti TÄ«pa) joined UniServices in September 2022. A former executive in the heritage industry, he has expertise in complex engagement with MÄori. He holds a postgraduate diploma in MÄori Development. Contact about: Vision MÄtauranga; Te Tiriti relationships; MÄori health, education, economy and innovation.
dion.peita@auckland.ac.nz More about DionPedro van der Ent
Business Development Director – Pacific, Creative Arts, Arts, Business, Law, Education
Pedro joined UniServices in August 2022. Of Samoan and Dutch descent, he holds an MBA and has 20+ years in business management, sales and client relationships. Contact about: Funding opportunities in creative arts, arts, business, law, education and areas involving Pacific people in Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pacific Region.
pedro.vanderent@auckland.ac.nz More about Pedro