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“No matter how many clients I have, I make sure to call each one personally every quarter. It’s a chance to not only update them on their portfolio, but also check on how they’re doing personally”
Kelvin Rampersad,
Carte Wealth Management
Lisa Oakley is the powerhouse you call when HR challenges feel impossible. Founder and director of People Associates, she is known for her sharp, no-nonsense approach. Dropping in, sorting it out, and leaving businesses stronger than ever.
With over 20 years of experience working with big names such as Spark and Air New Zealand, alongside SMEs and not-for-profits, Oakley is the Licensed Private Investigator and Qualified Mediator you didn’t know you needed. From untangling disputes to reshaping culture and leadership, she brings a fearless, roll-up-your-sleeves energy to every challenge.
A former national vice president of HRNZ, her sharp mind and get-it-done attitude have made her legendary in the world of people and performance. When the tough stuff lands, Oakley sorts it – practically, boldly, and with results that stick.
145 Khyber Pass Road, Newmarket, Auckland
0275 735 483
lisa@peopleassociates.nz
linkedin.com/in/lisamareeoakley
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Lisa Oakley
Director and Lead Consultant/Mātanga Hāpai
People Associates
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“I strongly believe in working smarter, not harder. I think it’s one of the keys to living a great life, and I want to share that with as many people as possible”
Kelvin Rampersad,
Carte Wealth Management
2006–2009
2009–2012
2015–2017
2018–2020
2020–present
2006–2007: Human Resources Manager at Fujifilm
2007–2009: Human Resources Officer/Advisor at BDM Grange
2006–
2009
2009–2011: Senior Human Resources Consultant/H&S Manager at TelstraClear
2011–2012: Human Resource Manager at University of Auckland
2009–
2012
2015–2017: Human Resource Manager at Spark New Zealand
2015–2017: Human Resource Manager at Air New Zealand
2015–
2017
2018–2019: General Manager HR HSE QA ANZ at Fitzroy Engineering Group
2019–2020: General Manager People and Culture at Blind Low Vision New Zealand Blind Low Vision NZ
2018–
2020
2020–2022: Director and Lead HR Consultant at Love Your Work NZ
2023–present: Director and Lead Consultant at People Associates
2020–
present
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