Margie is married with four adult children and has a background in Social Work, supporting people from diverse backgrounds.

She has had extensive involvement in community groups from internationals/migrants, our Māori rangatahi to young parents and families.

She has a special interest in strengthening families and building hope, connection and resilience through mentorship, parenting programmes and promoting and providing foster-care.

Margie has been a Strengths Coach since 2009 and is passionate about people understanding their intrinsic value and unique giftings and strengths to pursue a purposeful life. She thrives on supporting clients focus their strengths to promote personal fulfillment and greater contribution to their world.