Craig West shares his personal journey from a cadet at Downers to his current roles. Craig’s unique background combines his experience in professional rugby, Te Ao Māori, and corporate leadership, giving him a perspective that is both diverse and valuable. During this session, Craig will discuss Downer’s initiatives, including their pre-trade programmes, cadetships, and the Māori Pasifika Leadership Academy. He will also touch on his recent role on the Board of ConCOVE and his current involvement with the Kōtuiā te Hono group for the Accord. Learn from Craig’s personal journey and hear about the innovative initiatives that promote diversity and leadership.