Debbie joined the New Zealand Opera School as Administrator in 2021 having been a member of the Whanganui Opera Week Committee since 2017 and is passionate about supporting the Trustees in their mission provide exceptional training and support to aspiring, young opera singers in New Zealand.
Debbie has a background in Marketing and Operations, working for over 25 years in the Investment Banking sector in London. Debbie works with the Trustees and staff of the New Zealand Opera School to co-ordinate and manage the two-week residential Opera School at Whanganui Collegiate School each January.
Throughout the year Debbie supports the Executive Director, Donald Trott and Trustees to ensure the Charity’s activities align with its mission and strategic objectives. Debbie enjoys the variety of work associated with Arts Administration and ensuring operational efficiency, financial sustainability, and impactful engagement with donors, sponsors, and the public and believes it is an honour to support these young singers as they look to create a sustainable and successful career in Opera.