A2E - Access to Experts is a Ministry for the Environment service powered by Beca and NZ Landcare Trust.
Our ‘match-making’ team are here to help connect you to the right expert.
Ray Chang
Brokerage Director
Ray has over 15 years’ experience in environmental management for national and local governments. He specialises in freshwater science, is an excellent communicator, and is skilled in finding innovative solutions to protect the environment. Along with being technically skilled, Ray is collaborative, and always ready to listen to people who want to make the world a better place.
Celia Fernandes
Programme Manager
Celia has a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries. She is highly skilled in strategic development and project management. Her pragmatic approach, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent communication ability make her the go-to person for ensuring projects run smoothly and are successful.
Bridget Jonker
User Market Engagement Lead
Bridget is the National Catchments Manager for the NZ Landcare Trust and our engagement specialist. She has a background in ecosystem restoration, sustainable development and programme management. Bridget is passionate about supporting community-based conservation and sustainable business and has been lucky enough to work with a diversity of people in many places around the world.
Valerie Kornienko
Assistant Programme Manager
Valerie’s practical and analytical approach make her an invaluable problem solver. She’s well known for her adaptability, ability to navigate challenging situations and her excellent insights.
Mio Akiyama
Environmental Scientist
Mio is an environmental scientist, with a strong ability to assess environmental issues and forming practical solutions to environmental restoration. She has a background in contaminated land and freshwater ecology, tied together with a strong passion for collaboration in science. Mio is a great connector and enjoys finding practical solutions to tackle environmental issues.
Yuki Ochiai
Assistant Programme Manager
Yuki is an experienced project manager, making sure each case is delivered efficiently. She incorporates technology to assist her processes which highlights her adaptability in this ever-evolving environment. She is an organised individual with a keen eye for detail – so that no important information goes unnoticed.
Charlie Hanna
Senior Sustainability Advisor
Charlie is an experienced environmental policy and sustainability professional with over 12 years’ experience in local and central government and consultancy. Skilled in project management and stakeholder engagement, Charlie thrives on analysing complex problems and working with others to identify and implement solutions.
Gemma Wadworth
Senior Environmental Scientist
Gemma is a senior environmental scientist with 8 years’ experience delivering environmental management solutions on infrastructure and local government projects. She has a technical background in a range of environmental disciplines including water quality effects assessment, particularly for municipal wastewater and stormwater discharges. Gemma has also worked on behalf of Regional Councils to provide technical water quality and strategy advice. She enjoys working with a range of stakeholders to understand different approaches to achieve freshwater restoration goals.