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Ian Williams
Independent
Ian Williams
Independent
Why I'm standing
I believe our council needs to be more business focused. I can bring that expertise to enhance good governance and better value for money for ratepayers. I am also concerned about the current culture in Nelson City Council, which could be vastly improved, valuing what each councillor brings to the table, and supporting our staff in the jobs they do and skills they bring. Teamwork is essential and I feel that is currently lacking.
About me
I own businesses in Nelson, so know what it's really like as a stakeholder. I have a range of sound governance experience. I also understand social and cultural elements having previously worked as a prison chaplain. My career was in people management and development, so I am people focused rather than pure policy focused. I like to start by listening and finding out what the needs are before we make decisions.
My priorities
- Support business recovery and growth, which feeds a healthy economy supporting everyone's wellbeing.
- Value for money from rates, fair contributions, well thought through spending and use of resources.
- An improved ethos of public service, culture and solid leadership. Restoring faith in our city.
Before politics
Business owner and leader
Residence
Business in Nelson, home in Mapua
Age
63
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Why I'm standing
I believe our council needs to be more business focused. I can bring that expertise to enhance good governance and better value for money for ratepayers. I am also concerned about the current culture in Nelson City Council, which could be vastly improved, valuing what each councillor brings to the table, and supporting our staff in the jobs they do and skills they bring. Teamwork is essential and I feel that is currently lacking.
About me
I own businesses in Nelson, so know what it's really like as a stakeholder. I have a range of sound governance experience. I also understand social and cultural elements having previously worked as a prison chaplain. My career was in people management and development, so I am people focused rather than pure policy focused. I like to start by listening and finding out what the needs are before we make decisions.
My priorities
- Support business recovery and growth, which feeds a healthy economy supporting everyone's wellbeing.
- Value for money from rates, fair contributions, well thought through spending and use of resources.
- An improved ethos of public service, culture and solid leadership. Restoring faith in our city.
Before politics
Business owner and leader
Residence
Business in Nelson, home in Mapua
Age
63
Connect via
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