Nathan is Kaihautū / Director, Riki Consultancy Ltd

Iwi affiliations: Tainui, Āwhiro, Ngāti Hauiti ki Rātā

Riki Consultancy Bio

Expertise & Specialisms

• Te Reo Māori
• Te Tiriti o Waitangi education and leadership development
• Kaupapa Māori advisory and mentoring services
• Educational leadership and coaching
• Experienced facilitator, keynote speaker, and MC
• Building strong, effective relationships with Māori and Mana Whenua

Nathan is a former primary school DP, across Kāhui Ako lead, and university lecturer with deep expertise in Te Reo Māori and culturally responsive practice. He is recognised for his ability to coach and mentor leaders to authentically embed te ao Māori within their practice and decision-making. As a facilitator, Nathan brings warmth, humour, and a mana-empowering approach that supports leaders to grow confidence and lead with integrity. His experience in both school leadership and consultancy ensures participants are well supported to make meaningful, sustainable change for ākonga and kura communities.