by Tarin Persson | Nov 26, 2021 | Case studies, Mentoring
PUBLISHED NOVEMBER 2021 On opening doors and options Paulette Elliott of KPMG stepped up to become a First Foundation mentor two years ago. She is passionate about the agri-food sector, as manager with KPMG Propagate and a supporter of more sustainable outcomes. ...
by Kirk Sargent | Oct 23, 2021 | Case studies, Mentoring
PUBLISHED OCTOBER 2021 Value of mentoring transcends location and lockdown Dr Gemma Pugh is the Research Lead at the National Child Cancer Network. She’s originally from the North-East of Scotland and studied at Glasgow University, before moving to London to earn her...
by Tarin Persson | Sep 28, 2021 | Alumni, Article, Case studies
PUBLISHED MARCH 2019 First Foundation helps Kaycie make her path Kaycie O’Connor is a 2012 Fletcher Building scholar from Rotorua. Her journey to university and in her career has the momentum and magic that every gifted young person deserves to experience. Now, three...
by Kirk Sargent | Sep 1, 2021 | Article, Case studies
PUBLISHED SEPTEMBER 2021 “There’s no better way to enjoy life than to be of service to others” For members of the Fabulous Ladies Giving Circle, small contributions have made a big difference. FollowFollowFollowFollow The group of women, many...
by Tarin Persson | Aug 31, 2021 | Alumni, Case studies
PUBLISHED AUGUST 2021 ‘Don’t wait for an opportunity – find it and make it yours!’ When Sheenal Prasad was interviewed for her 2010 First Foundation scholarship, she was determined to avoid getting special treatment due to her health. FollowFollowFollowFollow At...
by Kirk Sargent | Aug 18, 2021 | Case studies, News, Work Experience
PUBLISHED JULY 2021 Overcoming fear of the corporate world Moving into the professional world is a big step for any young person, particularly for those with fewer role models who work in that environment. But through meaningful work experience while they study, our...
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