Ashish Verma is Kaiwhakahaere Pūtea (Financial Controller) at Whakaata Māori and his contribution goes beyond just numbers as he plays a vital role in shaping Whakaata Māori’s journey of translating its digital-first strategy into tangible actions and driving operational excellence. A qualified Chartered Accountant and MBA, Ashish also holds a degree in Journalism that complements his mahi at Whakaata Māori. Ashish enjoys driving financial success by implementing innovative strategies, optimizing financial operations, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and accounting standards.