About Mali

Pacific people deserve to thrive in business and in their communities. Through practical, culturally grounded training and coaching, we help build skills, develop processes and plans, gain confidence and long-term success.

Working collaboratively with clients and community groups, I help them and their leaders develop the skills, knowledge and capability they need to grow their business, at their own pace, in their own way.

For aspiring and existing Pacific business owners who have the drive and ideas but lack the skills, plans, or confidence to grow, our practical training and mentoring can turn that vision into sustainable business growth.

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Empowering Pacific people to Thrive in Business

What I Do

My core services focus on delivering training and coaching to small business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and community group leaders across Aotearoa.

I make things happen. I help clients develop and implement plans and strategies, improve how your group operates and deliver better results. My approach is simple, hands-on and practical. I don’t just give you a plan and walk away. I can help you to develop the plan and then execute it.

I also provide training in Governance and Strategic Planning and Fundraising to strengthen the not-for-profit community groups and help them become more effective and sustainable.

Turning ideas into a clear plan.

Simple guidance on budgeting and cashflow.

Building skills to lead and grow a business.

My Purpose &

Progress

My Approach

I believe that relationships come first. Before anything else, I take the time to get to know my clients, understand their world, and build genuine trust. Only then do I offer guidance.

My Talanoa based coaching approach is: open, sharing and trust building.

  • Strength-based. I build on what you already have
  • Step-by-step. Clear, manageable processes you can actually follow
  • Culturally grounded. I understand the Pacific context, including the intersection of family, church and business
  • Relationship-centred. I am here for the long term, not just a single session.

My Aspirations

I aspire to partner with my clients and community groups to design, plan and implement practical strategies that ensure their on-going success and sustainability.
My goal is to create pathways for Pacific people to grow with confidence, lead with purpose, and leave a lasting legacy for their families and communities.

As a trainer, I aspire to help individuals and businesses improve performance & productivity & results. This includes:

  • Developing leaders & managers
  • Improve employee skills & confidence
  • Help businesses grow sustainably