The King's Trust Team

Lythan Chapman

I joined The King’s Trust Aotearoa New Zealand after first getting to know its work as a volunteer panellist for He Kākano. I enjoyed hearing young people’s ideas and helping them take the next step.

My background is in law, marketing and communications. I like working with people, making things happen and finding practical ways to help.

At the Trust, my focus is on supporting the team to deliver programmes that give young people the skills, confidence and connections to develop their ideas and take their next steps.

CEO

Micah Heath

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Kia ora, my name is Micah. I have a background in youth and community development and am passionate about all things creative, speaking Te Reo Māori, spending time outdoors and entrepreneurship.

This role for me is the perfect intersection of things that I love and care about coming together. I am stoked to be working for The King’s Trust Aotearoa New Zealand.

Programmes Marketing Lead

Emmalene Stone

I'm so excited to be embarking on this new journey with PTANZ as part of He Kākano funding rollout.

As an accountant, very rarely do I get the opportunity to carry out mahi with such meaning and purpose. I am truly humbled to be able to support the implementation of He Kākano and look forward to seeing how this programme directly supports and enables taiohi to take the next step in fulfilling their goals and dreams.

Outside of work you will find me playing dance mom, netball coach and school helper to my five-year-old daughter, she is full of life and there is never a dull moment with her around. Our weekends are mostly spent with our big immediate whānau or at one of our happy places; Muriwai, Orewa or tramping through the Waitakere ranges chasing waterfalls.

He Kākano | Finance Manager

Duna Bosch Tarabal

I’m passionate about empowering young people to pursue their moemoeā and supporting them to thrive as they bring their business ideas to life. I feel grateful to witness their creativity, resilience, and growth, and to walk alongside rangatahi as they build confidence, develop their ideas, and evolve on their journeys.

I’m passionate about working at The King’s Trust Aotearoa to tautoko rangatahi to build their confidence, grow their ideas, and take steps towards starting their own businesses. I love being part of an organisation that empowers young people to thrive and create positive futures for themselves and their communities.

Outside of work, you’ll find me running or spending time in nature. I also love travelling, photography, and dance, and enjoy getting to know new cultures and living with an open mind.

Enterprise Lead Co-ordinator

Hannah Fitzgibbon

I believe business should be accessible to anyone with an idea. It’s such a powerful way to create opportunities, build confidence, and back yourself — and I’m motivated by helping remove some of the barriers that can get in the way.

I didn’t expect to work for myself. After working roles in retail, hospitality, the creative industry and a stint in banking, I started my business when I became a mum and needed more flexibility. It’s taken a few different shapes over the years and now focuses on bookkeeping, accounting, and mentoring — alongside the work I do with The King’s Trust.

I live on the West Coast with my family, love being in nature (especially during ski season), and drink a lot of tea.

At The King's Trust I facilitate Enterprise workshops, support our facilitators, and work alongside young people as they develop their ideas and prepare to pitch for He Kākano seed funding. I’ve been part of the organisation since 2021 and I’m excited to contribute in a bigger way.

Enterprise and He Kākano Coordinator

Mike Field

I’ve spent much of my working life around small businesses, entrepreneurship and creative projects. I run my own e-commerce business and have worked across digital marketing, content and operations.

I first became involved with The King’s Trust as an Enterprise facilitator and loved helping young people develop their ideas and explore what running a business could look like. I’m excited to be back, combining facilitation with digital marketing and helping more rangatahi discover Enterprise.

Originally from Scotland, my first career was as a professional musician, studying music and spending my teens and twenties playing drums in bands around the UK. Since moving to New Zealand, I’ve also worked as a radio presenter and DJ. These days, outside of work, you’ll usually find me gaming, painting Warhammer or just living the dad life.

Digital Marketing Coordinator

Paul Newsom

I'm a Yorkshire lad who found his way to Lower Hutt, where I have raised a family and now call home.

Early in my career I was commissioning solar systems in Botswana and Kenya and training local people on how to use the equipment. It’s the kind of work that develops resilience pretty quickly, and teaches you why it matters that the work you do actually helps people. That thread has run through everything I've done since.

Drawing on 15 years’ experience in youth enterprise and financial education, I’m excited to lead The Kings Trust mentoring programme for young entrepreneurs. Being close to the outcome, and helping people to create their own future is the kind of impact that keeps me going.

I’m a trustee and volunteer with several charitable organisations, love getting out for a run and always have a hands-on project on the go.

Mentoring Lead

Beth Gibbes

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I am a proud West Aucklander who is passionate about supporting taiohi in navigating our forever changing world. I believe being a youth worker is the best job in the world and I am excited to bring my passions to PTANZ and use entrepreneurship as a vessel to further develop our taiohi.

You will always find me having a great conversation with someone and nothing fills me with more joy than spending time with my husband, friends and whānau especially when it’s over a cup of coffee or some kai.

Youth Enterprise Lead