I'm a creative leader, author, blogger and motivational speaker.

I write and record stories for people who wear their metaphorical high-viz vests with flair and panache… or want to. Whether the panache in question is Ming or bling, no problem.

In my writing , I love entertaining people and inspiring them to feel good about themselves by sharing my insights and philosophies.

My long-time mantra is Never Succumb to Beige.

I draw on life’s lessons, traversing eclectic topics like the joys of schadenfreude, strategic gift-buying, and the value of teeth. I’m a fan of the lessons to be learnt from literature, history, and music, with reference and deference to legends like George Eliot, Cleopatra, and Coco Chanel.

I hope you enjoy my eclectic take on life, the universe, and everything. If my philosophy resonates, hit the ‘Subscribe’ button below so you don’t miss a story!

My day job

Becoming managing director and owner of creative agency anddesign studio Moxie Communications in 2010 was the natural extension to a career focussed on helping great ideas reach the world.

I’ve worked with people and organisations of every type to help them create and manage standout, impactful brands and strategic visual communications.

I have also co-founded and built the brands of several businesses. These include a pioneering smartphone app for events and New Zealand’s first virtual events producer. I’ve held senior management and governance roles in four countries across several sectors.

I believe everyone should have access to high calibre brand thinking, so I've just launched our online learning platform the Brands With Moxie Academy. It's for people at any stage on their brand journey who understand that a compelling and believable brand puts them on a faster track to success.