Chris Koroheke

Chris Koroheke is a seasoned professional in Maori strategy and engagement, currently serving as Chief Maori Strategist and Partnerships at the New Zealand Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Research Centre since August 2023. With extensive experience at AgResearch, Chris has held various significant roles including Urungi, Director Maori Strategy, and Uurungi Maori, Strategy and Engagement Manager. Previous positions encompass leadership roles at Maniapoto Maori Trust Board and advisory responsibilities at Mighty River Power, along with a series of strategic and policy-focused positions across regional councils and environmental agencies. Chris holds a Master of Business Administration from The University of Waikato and a Bachelor's Degree in Maori/Japanese with an Economics supporting major from the same institution, supplemented by early academic pursuits at Hato Petera College.