Lynnette Holland

With over 30 years of experience in administration across a range of sectors, I have developed a deep understanding of what it takes to excel in this field. Most recently, I have been gaining exposure to the Primary Industries Sector in my current role as Student/Admin Support for the Emerging Leaders Programme, which has gained momentum over the last three years with cohorts from Horticulture NZ, Dairy NZ, and the private sector.

In 2018, I was introduced to the Ag Sector while working for an Agtech company in Mosgiel. During my two and a half years there, I organized their company events, including large agricultural events throughout New Zealand, and worked closely with the sales team to support their online presence and increase business. Social media content creation quickly became a superpower, which proved especially valuable when the sales team were grounded due to COVID-19.

Before my time with this Agtech company, I spent 7 and a half years in a small Western Australian mining town before returning to Dunedin in 2015. Shortly after my return, I secured two shorter fixed-term contracts, first as a Team Support member for New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE) and then as an Administrative Assistant for the Brain Health Research Centre at the University of Otago. Working for NZTE gave me an excellent overview of local businesses in Dunedin and introduced me to the startup culture that is prevalent in the city.

Now, in 2023, with almost 8 years of experience in Dunedin, I have valuable local knowledge and contacts necessary as a contractor living and working in a small city. I am excited to be a part of Inspiring Communities as the Admin and Comms Support, where I bring my diverse skillset and extensive industry knowledge to support and enhance our initiatives.