Kia ora,

Ko Irene Wakefield ahau

He uri ahau nō Ngāti Raukawa me Ngāti Kahungunu.

I move between worlds with clarity and nuance. From boardrooms to marae, and crown systems. I build trust and restore flow.

About

RESTORING FLOW& 

BRIDGING CLARITY

I work at the intersection of people, systems, and story—helping leaders move with clarity, speak with presence, and deliver kaupapa with integrity.

From complex projects and governance tables to keynote stages and ceremonies, my work is guided by rhythm, strategy, and a deep attunement to the unseen layers that shape our spaces.

This isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about restoring flow—through communication that lands, leadership that aligns, and space-holding that changes the tone of the room.

If you're leading something that matters—I'm here to help carry it with you.

Before I restore flow,
I return to the source.


A wayfinder doesn’t rush the journey
—she listens first.


Whakapapa brings clarity.
Intention shapes direction.


I believe, that how we get there is just as important as arriving to our destination.


Kind Words

  • I have no hesitation in recommending Irene as a reliable, insightful, and highly capable provider of digital advice and strategic direction. Her development of tailored narratives and meaningful systems has significantly improved SORT.

    Robin Hapi CNZM - SORT Chair

  • Working with Irene significantly improved how we communicate, engage with our community, and position our business. Her strategic input helped us connect more meaningfully with our customers and improve internal comms systems— leading to a significant increase in profits.

    Jason Davy - New World Foxton

  • Irene made stepping into new ownership seamless. The onboarding systems were tight, the comms were clear, and the debt collection templates were smart, respectful, and even responsive to the realities of COVID. Everything had been built with care and intention. I walked into a business that was ready — and that made all the difference.

    Regy Yamat - Warrior Training Academy

As seen in

TED - M2 Magazine - Re:News - Now to Love Magazine - Vice