Introducing the Board :: Taupō Business Chamber

Introducing the Board.

The Taupō Business Chamber is governed by a Board of senior directors and industry leaders, representing a wide range of industries across the Taupō region.

The Board is chaired by President Amy Penn.

Amy Penn - President

I’m proud to say I have lived in Taupо̄ most of my life and in 2013 launched Build Taupо̄ alongside my husband Jon. As a local business owner, I understand how challenging the last few years have been, but have seen how resilient and strong our business…

Abhinav Batta - Vice President

I came to Taupō in 2010 as a migrant and straight away fell in love with this town. After working in hospitality for nearly nine years, I opened my own restaurant, Incredible India. I’m proud to serve on the Taupо̄ Business Cham…

Michelle Barnett - Treasurer

After spending 5 years away from Taupō attending University in Hamilton and attempting city living in Auckland, I returned home to Taupō and started work at Strettons. I have been with Strettons over 15 years and am now a Director with a portfolio of cl…

Aaron Carter

Aaron Carter owns Total Sport.

Casey Brunsdon

Casey is an accomplished Sales & Marketer, BDM and Managing Director of Lil Something a Taupo based hospitality company. The majority of my career has been within the Tourism Industry based here in New Zealand & Australia. My most recent roles …

Kelly Fraser

I grew up in the Bay of Plenty and moved to the Taupo region 13 years ago with my family when we purchased the Tihoi Tavern. My husband and I grew the Tavern into a thriving community hub and business. I have a background of Business Management in a la…

Sarah Hunt

I chose to move to Taupō in 2016 to take up a planning position at Cheal Consultants.I was (and still am) attracted to Taupō by its natural beauty, and outdoor recreation opportunities.I have an environmental management and planning background, which in…

Jess Nicholas

Taupо̄ has been my home for over 10 years. Just one of the reasons I chose to move to this amazing region is the fantastic opportunities for young professionals who are focused on providing the best future for our vibrant community. With a background i…

Ross Mortimer

I am currently the Chief Executive Officer of Anamata, Taupo’s Youth Health Organisation. I have a background in health management and education with a focus on community engagement and project management.In my spare time, I enjoy nothing more than bein…

Deiryn Salisbury

After moving away from Taupō in 2013 to attend University and live the big city life in Auckland, it wasn’t long before I realised my hometown is where I wanted to settle down. I moved back to Taupō at the end of 2020. In 2021, my Husband and I took the…

Devon Allen - Intern Board Member

After growing up and studying in Dunedin, I decided to make the big move to Taupo in 2022 to startmy surveying career at Cheal Consultants. I was drawn to Taupo due to the beautiful location,friendly people, and opportunities for career growth, especial…

Joseph Monk - Intern Board Member

I spent my entire life in Auckland before finishing my studies and making the shift to Taupo in the middle of 2020. It's been refreshing to live in such a beautiful area, meet a wide group of incredible people and live a different lifestyle. I haven't c…

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