TupuToa Talanoa

TupuToa Talanoa: Alumni Series: Episode 9

Join Ihipera, Talalelei, and our esteemed alumni Marlene Retzlaff as she shares her journey into the corporate space as a Pacific woman. We dive deep into her transition from home school to public school, moving countries, and finding her purpose in life. Marlene also shares her journey on our Kia Tupu Kia Toa program and what she has learned along the way.

TupuToa Talanoa: Alumni Series: Episode 8

In our 8th episode of our Talanoa podcast series! Join Ihipera, Ruthie, and our esteemed alumni Alexia Slaven as they dive deep into what it looks like to discover your cultural identity. Alexia shares her journey about life in Samoa and moving to New Zealand while navigating her career in the corporate tech space and the discoveries made along the way.

TupuToa Talanoa: Alumni Series: Episode 7

In our 7th episode of our Talanoa podcast series! Join Sione, Ihipera, and our esteemed alumni Rahui Brownlee for an enlightening conversation centered around his extraordinary journey within the realm of Cybersecurity. Dive into Rahui's inspiring career choice, the defining moments that shaped his path, and the remarkable challenges he overcame to achieve his current success.

TupuToa Talanoa: Alumni Series: Episode 6

In this episode, our alumni manager Sione and Navigator Ihipera interview our esteemed alumni, Ervin Gatoloai, from cohort 21/22. Ervin shares his inspiring journey of pursuing a law degree while navigating the challenges of starting a family and being a devoted husband. He also reflects on the importance of staying grounded and focused while chasing his dreams. Tune in to this insightful conversation!

TupuToa Talanoa: Alumni Series: Episode 5

Our Alumni Manager Sione Taunga sits down for a kōrero with TupuToa alumni Wesley Mauafu. Wesley was a part of our cohort in 2018/19, completing his internship with ARUP. Wesley sits down to discuss his journey and how he's been able to navigate the corporate workforce and make the most of the opportunities in the workplace.