Following attaining a law degree specialising in restorative justice, Tracey quickly moved into leadership and management roles with local and national organisations in the health and wellbeing sector in both the North and South Islands. Tracey is passionate about using her leadership and systems management expertise to empower flourishing communities, and is excited about the opportunity for Gateway to continue being at the leading edge of empowering our community members to achieve their own dreams and aspirations.

Outside of work, Tracey loves to spend time with family, attempt to grow vegetables and enjoy the fruits that Nelson / Tasman has to offer including the eye popping scenery

Jaap began his working life as an engineer, before developing a passion for social work and making a positive difference in the community. Jaap has now had 25 years of experience in the social sector in the Netherlands and in New Zealand, including significant leadership roles in local and national health and wellbeing organisations. Jaap is Gateway’s clinical leader, and is passionate about unlocking potential and seeing people with challenges achieve their own goals and aspirations.

In his spare time, he loves working on his small farm, enjoying nature, motorcycling, and spending time with his family.