Craig Young
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
I’ve been the Chief Executive of TUANZ since October 2014. I am passionate about advocating for the innovative development of the use of technology and communications within our members and across Aotearoa. I’m fiercely protective of our independence in TUANZs role as the user’s voice. Prior to joining TUANZ, I had over twenty years in the ICT sector, with the last ten years before taking on this role in a number of organisations within the telecommunications industry. I’m a big sci-fi nerd which is probably why I love working in the space of digital technology and communications.
m: +64 21 488 188 | e: craig.young@tuanz.org.nz
Alysha Upton
OPERATIONS MANAGER
I am the Operations Manager for TUANZ, looking after all of the behind the scenes components from membership to events! I have a double major in Management and Human Resource Management and have worked in management type roles since graduating. Having 2 small children, I know the words to the majority of the Cocomelon songs and have watched more Bluey episodes that I care to admit.
Sarah Denison
COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR
I’m the communications advisor for TUANZ, looking after all things marketing and communications including content for our website, social media channels, event promotions, and media releases. I have a Bachelor of Journalism and have worked across a wide range of industries for local and global companies both here in New Zealand and Australia. When I’m not working, I’m photographing weddings and events, hanging out with my young family, or catching up with friends at the beach.
Emily King
COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR
I’m the communications advisor for TUANZ, looking after all things marketing and communications related including content for our website, social media channels, event promotions, and media releases. I have a Bachelor of Communication Studies in PR and Communications Management and have worked both agency and client side across a wide range of industries for local and global companies. I have a young toddler that keeps me busy outside of work.
Ruth Turner
FINANCE MANAGER
I manage the monthly accounting and annual reporting processes for TUANZ. I have a Bachelor of Commerce degree majoring in Accounting and Taxation. My experience is wide and varied. I have found working in the not-for-profit sector and service-based industries to be most rewarding. Now that my family is grown, I am re-discovering the great outdoors and hobbies with a personal focus on health and wellbeing.
Jaishree Bhikha
FINANCE ADMINISTRATION
My role involves looking after all finance administration. My work experience in both Finance and Administration spans over 20 years in various industries as well as having owned two businesses. In my spare time you will either find me on the side-line of a hockey field watching my son play or curled up on the couch watching a good Netflix series.
Vikki Dong
DIGITAL SUPPORT & EVENT MANAGER
I work as the Digital Support and Events Manager for TUANZ. I take care of the TUANZ website, social media channels, newsletters and pretty much everything else that is digital or online. I came with a background in IT and marketing, and various industry experiences in software development, FMCG and healthcare. I quite enjoy making improvements on how we do things and find it rewarding to tackle a challenge. Apart from work, I like travelling, watching movies and swimming. I am keen to get my scuba diving license this year!
