Our Team
Jacqui has been with the organisation since January 2010 and brings with her 20 years of hospitality and event experience.
For Jacqui it was about returning to her hometown and to be closer to family. Jacqui has passion for her local community and is keen to see it develop and grow. There is so much value in working together and supporting each other in the community.
Jacqui can be found walking along Waihi Beach on her days off, on her bike or hanging out with friends or family.
Email Jacqui here
Kristin started with the organisation as a volunteer in 2008 and was then invited to become an employee in 2009.
She has evolved with Katch Katikati and now manages the accounts and administration.
Kristin has previously been a behaviour support worker in schools and a Pharmacy Technician. Her children attended Katikati College.
Kristin is the ‘go to chick’ within the team. Kristin enjoys being part of the community and helping to promote Katikati.
Email Kristin here.
Meet Kylie, some may remember Kylie as our previous Event Manager, bringing a decade of expertise to the Event Manager role here at Katch Katikati. Having returned to Katch Katikati, Kylie brings her wealth of experience to the community.
With a perpetual smile, Kylie is committed to being an integral part of the local community. She thrives on collaboration with local organisations, working towards uplifting and fostering community cohesion.
Beyond her professional life, Kylie finds joy in being beach side, embarking on bush walks in the Kaimai’s and cherishing quality moments with her daughter, family and friends.
Jo became Information Centre Co-ordinator in April this year after starting as a volunteer in 2024.
She has a background in banking and Customer Service and Support.
Jo moved to Katikati with her husband in 2022 from the North Shore of Auckland, for a lifestyle change. They loved the beautiful walks and friendly small town vibe of Katikati, also the close travelling times to visit family living in Auckland and Tauranga.
She is an enthusiastic caravaner and part of the move was also purchasing a caravan and travelling all over New Zealand.
Sarah has been a Katikati local for over 20 years. Sarahs professional background is in graphic design, spent a decade working in the print media industry before moving into private consultancy, where she has supported businesses with branding, rebranding, and event design. Shes excited to explore, learn, and promote Katch Katikati and your business.
Please let her know if she can assist in any way, if you have any free community events happening please feel free to send them to info@katchkatikati.org.nz for the Friday KatchUp newsletter and our What's On column.
If Sarah isnt here, youll find her in her sunflowers and sweetcorn on State HIghway 2 or fishing with her family and friends.
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