15/09/2026
Introducing our next panelist for our Women in Business Beyond the Hustle Panel Event:
Hinehou Timutimu, of Tūhoe, Whakatōhea and Te Atiawa descent, is the General Manager of Te Tawa Kaiti. She leads the Trust’s management functions with a focus on high-level stakeholder engagement and the development of strategic partnerships that advance its organisational objectives. Her leadership is characterised by clarity, discipline, and a values-based approach to navigating complex kaupapa.
She has represented Aotearoa in international forums on women’s empowerment and SDG5, contributing Indigenous perspectives to global discussions on leadership, equity, and sustainable development.
Hinehou maintains strong connections to her communities through ongoing involvement in marae responsibilities and whānau trusts. She is recognised for her ability to operate confidently in both strategic and practical environments, bringing a steady, professional presence and a commitment to purposeful, well-aligned outcomes.
Her selection as a finalist for Dairy Woman of the Year reflects the influence of her management leadership and the strength of the partnerships and engagements she cultivates across local, national, and international settings. She won the Dairy Women of the Year 2026 award!
