Board of Trustees
The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora is an independent charitable trust governed by a board of trustees. The board ensures The Arts Centre fosters, promotes and facilitates interest and involvement in art, culture, creativity, creative industries, entrepreneurship and education.
Murray Dickinson
Chair
Murray brings extensive governance and financial experience to his position of Chair of the board. Find out more
Stella Ward
Deputy Chair
Stella Ward’s career has focused on technological progress, sound governance, and outcomes-focused people leadership. Find out more
Maria Ryan-Young
Board member
Maria returned to her home town of Christchurch in 2020 and is Head of Brand & Customer Engagement at The New Zealand Merino Company. She joined the board in March 2021. Find out more
Corban Te Aika
Board member
Corban (Ngāi Tahu) was appointed to the board of trustees in July 2021. Find out more
Edward Sparrow
Board member
Ed is a commercial advisor with 30 years’ experience operating with businesses and corporates. Find out more
Clive Antony
Board member
Clive Antony is the Founding Partner at Antony & Mates, a full-service creative agency, and a passionate advocate for the future of Christchurch. Find out more
Kathryn Ruge
Board member
Kathryn is Tangata Tiriti of European descent and the Founder of Engaging People, a consultancy that helps leaders cultivate high-trust work environments and communicate in a crisis. Find out more
Grant Edmundson
Board member
Grant leads the corporate and commercial team at Helmores Lawyers, and has over 25 years’ experience in diverse, complex corporate and commercial matters. Find out more
Senior Management Team
The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora employs around 30 staff (22 FTE's) including educators, stonemasons, labourers, creative/programmes, administrators and management staff. They are led by a senior management team headed by the director who reports into the board of trustees. There is also a growing number of Arts Centre volunteers.