Tama Davis
About
Updated 2 Apr 2026Tama brings a wealth of knowledge in leading major health and education organisations, previously ADHB, and now Comprehensive Care PHO, Emerge Aotearoa, Auckland Hospital Foundation and the Iwi Māori Partnership Board. He is Executive Director Lead Māori for the Research and Development arm of Waipapa Taumata Rau/University of Auckland. Tama's passion is using his networks and expertise to drive collaboration and positive outcomes for iwi. Through Ahikaroa Enterprises, he provides Kaupapa Māori supervision, Te Tiriti and Māori Health Models training, and cultural audits. Tama is also a whānau director on the Whai Māia board, contributing to social impact for ngā uri o Tuperiri.
Education
Health and education leadership, research, consulting
Universities
University of AucklandIwi Roles
Unknown – Present
Unknown – Present
Unknown – Present
Governance Remuneration
Career Total: $180K| Year | Organisation | Role | Fees | Meetings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Trust | Trustee | $45K | - |
| FY2024 | Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Trust | Trustee | $45K | - |
| FY2023 | Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Trust | Trustee | $45K | - |
| FY2022 | Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Trust | Elected Representative | $45K | - |
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