The Team
This group holds the governance function of Cleft New Zealand Inc. They provide strategic leadership, stewardship, external relations and board management, following the rules as set down in the organisation’s Constitution.
We are an Incorporated Society which is a ‘membership-driven’ organisation, and as an Incorporated Society we represent the experiences, views and opinions of our members. Our members represent a community of people who are touched in some way by an individual born with a cleft lip and/or palate.
Executive team members are nominated for these positions and members vote at an AGM or SGM. This Executive Team was voted in at the AGM on Monday 25th May 2009.
Team Members
Ian Pallas – Secretary / TreasurerWith his experience as a Chartered Accountant in corporate & non-profit sectors, along with his secretarial and hands on roles in charitable organisations, Ian’s input will be invaluable to Cleft New Zealand. Ian also has lived experience of cleft and has experienced medical intervention both as a child and again later as an adult.
Elspeth LambElspeth chooses to work professionally in non-profit organisations, which are passionate about people & the major issues that affect the quality of their lives. Elspeth was drawn to this organisation after meeting some of the amazing young people and adults born with cleft and feeling inspired by their strength.
