Lisa Forbes

Lisa is of Nukuroa/Mitiaro, Kūki Ᾱirani whakapapa. Born and raised in West Auckland she still calls it home with her husband and two tamariki. Lisa is purpose driven and has a vision to see individuals, whānau and communities flourish and thrive. She believes in collaboration and whānau centered approaches that are holistic and that will lead towards addressing inequities for Māori, Pacific People, and valuable communities in Aotearoa.

She has studied Business through Auckland University of Technology and postgraduate studies around Leading Change for Good. She has held senior leadership roles across the banking, NGO, and health and social service sectors.

A key member of the Tula'i Board, Lisa leverages her comprehensive knowledge and experience to support the organisation's mission. Her work emphasises the importance of innovative strategies and initiatives that improve health and social outcomes. Lisa's leadership on the board ensures that the organisation's priorities align with community needs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and community engagement.