Our People
"The people behind Spirit of Adventure Trust are the heartbeat of the organisation"
Shore-based Team
Our shore crew are comprised of individuals who bring the spirit to the Trust. From planning voyages, fundraising, marketing, hiring crew, ship logistics, planning maintenance and everything in between. Our dedicated team make it all happen behind the scenes to ensure the Spirit of Adventure is kept alive, well represented and that every voyage runs as seamlessly as possible.
Dean Lawrence
Chief Executive Officer
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Ruth Roebuck
General Manager
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Andy Woodhouse
Marine Manager
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Julia Bryant
Community Engagement
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Stefan Barton
Relationship Manager
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Jo Lawton
Marketing Communications
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Rachael Anderson
Crew / Logistics Coordinator
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Maddison Irvine
Voyage Coordinator
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Andie Adam
Accountant
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Alina Rollinson
Reception / Administration
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Spirit of New Zealand Sea Staff
Helping to keep Lou Fisher’s vision alive since 1972, Spirit’s professional and volunteer crew are highly valued as the representatives of the Spirit of New Zealand and the Spirit of Adventure Trust. The Spirit family has grown to include many outstanding crew members, with some winning international awards for their leadership, nautical skills and role modelling on board.
Masters
Nic Charrington
Gerard Prendeville
Stephen Bull
Laurie Stanton
Mike Foster
Georgina Micet
David Hagen
Graham Weakley
Nigel Wright
Mates
Ben Whittington
Andrea Haines
Simon Graves
Tori Muir
Nicola Hockley
Alasdair Sime
Hannah Wilks
Lindsay Griffiths
Suzanne Trounson
Peter Renshaw
Tony Cummings
Eric Anderson
Tamati Munroe
Kim Bjarnesen
Kim Scott
Tim Philips
Cooks
Stephanie Bristol
Charmaine Fitton
Ray Phillips
Allan (JR) Reeve
Engineers
David Scott
Patrick Scelly
Donald Pederson
Tim Philips
Bruce Birnie
Roy Pearson
Trevor Erikson
Cadets
George Weeks
Francesca Edmonds
Ship Support
Peter Anderson