About Us
Manako are specialists in Māori cultural capability training solutions tailored to your needs.
Who We Are
Manako is a niche Māori-owned company based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) with a big heart, founded by Neavin Broughton and Perēri Hathaway.
We are driven by a deep responsibility to share the unique beauty and cultural value of Te Ao Māori. We recognise that many of us are looking to strengthen our cultural awareness and become more confident in Te Ao Māori. We honour these aspirations and weave them into the way we design and deliver our programmes.
A 'manako' is an aspiration or desire that, when embraced with commitment, shapes who we are and who we strive to be. Our name, Manako, reflects our committment and desire to ensure those we work with can realise their aspirations through their own personal Manako journey.
Our Team
Neavin Broughton (Principal)
Taranaki, Ngā Ruahine, Ngāi Te Rangi, Te Ati Awa, Waikato Tainui
Neavin is a highly respected professional with extensive experience in Te Ao Māori and the provision of cultural advice and support. He has a wealth of experience in iwi / Māori development and a background working in the te reo Māori immersion and bilingual education sector.
He has over twenty years experience working in the Māori cultural capability space, helping organisations skilfully integrate mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) and non-Māori knowledge, to develop uniquely Aotearoa New Zealand approaches to leadership grounded in Te Ao Māori and Māori culture.
Neavin is deeply committed to helping others. He works with many public, private, and not-for-profit organisations. His work has helped ensure organisations embrace and integrate elements of Te Ao Māori and Māori culture into the workplace, creating culturally safe and vibrant workspaces.
Perēri Hathaway (Principal)
Ngāti Wai, Ngāti Maniapoto, Waikato Tainui, Ngāti Tarawhai
Perēri steers the vision and strategy at Manako, ensuring every experience is authentic, high-quality, and deeply grounded in kaupapa Māori. With over twenty-five years’ experience across public and private sectors, he is a leader in Māori cultural capability development, bi-cultural transformation, Māori strategic development, and organisational change.
Perēri has contributed to numerous initiatives that strengthen cultural identity, empower Māori communities, and support organisations to embed Te Ao Māori into their core. He is known for creating safe, respectful spaces where people can explore culture, ask questions, and grow as leaders.
Driven by whakapapa and whānau values, Perēri believes leadership comes from service, courage, and cultural authenticity. He carries forward the wisdom of his ancestors while supporting individuals and organisations to walk confidently in both worlds.