Stephen Hardman

Stephen brings NZMS a wealth of experience in relationship management and external engagement, having developed extensive partnerships and programmes within a range of sectors over his career – including in the arts, community, non-profit, and research areas. He was responsible for the development and expansion of a Professional and Community Engagement programme at the University of Canterbury, transforming it into one of the largest of its kind in Australasia. As Southern Regional Manager, he maintains and builds on existing customer relationships, aiming to make new connections that will enable NZMS’s growth within the Southern region – all of which aligns perfectly with his extensive experience.