Janelle is Kaihautū / Director of Riki Consultancy Ltd

Iwi affiliations: Tainui, Āwhiro, Ngāti Hauiti ki Rātā

Riki Consultancy Bio

Expertise & Specialisms

• Te Tiriti o Waitangi education, strategy, and Tiriti-led governance
• Culturally empowering leadership development
• Kaupapa Māori advisory and facilitation
• Coaching and mentoring educational leaders
• Relationship management and stakeholder engagement
• Experienced facilitator, keynote speaker, and MC

A highly regarded leader and consultant, Janelle brings more than 15 years of experience in education, leadership, and strategy. Her background as a primary, bilingual & immersion school leader and national advisor gives her deep insight into the realities of school leadership in Aotearoa. Janelle’s mentoring style combines clarity, care, and challenge, empowering leaders to grow their capability and confidence to lead in tiriti-honouring and future-focused ways. Known for her dynamic energy and thought-provoking facilitation, she ensures every learning experience is engaging, relevant, and impactful.