Mālō e lelei, ko hoku hingoa ko Soane Pamatangi. I am of proud Tongan and Niuean descent, born and raised in Ōtautahi, Christchurch.

I have always been drawn to people, to what inspires them, what shapes their journey, and what helps them flourish. That spark has guided my love for both community and film.

Through working in the NGO and Community sector, I have seen the profound impact that guidance and support can have on people’s lives. This naturally carried into my work in Film Directing, where I have the opportunity to journey alongside others and help them step into their full potential. It was in those moments that I realised coaching is not just something I do, but something I love.

My CliftonStrengths are Ideation, Input, Communication, Maximizer and Command. They influence how I walk alongside others. I bring new ideas, gather insights, and use storytelling to connect. I encourage people not to settle for good, but to strive for their best, creating spaces where they feel both supported and stretched to grow.

For me, coaching is about uncovering the treasures already within people, and helping them step forward with confidence, purpose, and authenticity, for themselves, their whānau, and their communities.

Fakamālō atu,

Soane Pamatangi