Our Team

ROBYN FAUSETT RGN CEO, Owner and writer of programmes

Robyn was born in Helensville, NZ and is a UK trained nurse (University College London Hospital) who initially specialised in women’s health followed by fertility; project-managing a central London clinic’s (Assisted Conception Unit) oocyte donation programme.

Upon returning to New Zealand in 1999 Robyn utilised her expertise in research, project management and report writing as part of an upgrade to the diabetes service at an Auckland Hospital, developing clinical pathways and implementing new policy. She went on to coordinate a donor egg & surrogacy programme across three clinics based at an Auckland Fertility Unit. She has since been involved in various projects including assisting in the setting up of a ‘work ready’ service for beneficiaries; creating assessment tools, interviewing clients and providing reports with stepped recommendations and community supports for case managers (MSD). She maintains her nursing practising certificate and consults regularly on projects; most recently contracted to research and format a proposal to manage a mother and baby respite and community support service. This being successful Robyn is now a clinical consultant for the service.

In addition, Robyn is accredited with EDEN (Eating Difficulty Education Network) as a ‘Nourish’ body image/media awareness programme facilitator, with Jane Bennett’s ‘Celebration Day for Girls’ mother & daughter programme as a provider and with Natural Fertility New Zealand as an educator and a clinical trainer. She is a member of the NZ Health Education Association and the NZ Sexual Health Society.

Robyn spent a number of years as the Vice President of the Natural Fertility NZ Council, as the President of the Oratia Scouts Council & currently sits on the Healing Through Arts Council and the WALSH Trust Board. Through feedback from this work Robyn was inspired to create several in-school health and well-being, puberty, sexuality, body image and cyber safety education programmes for youth. These programmes are research based utilising the WHO recognised Hauora approach and integrate holistic age appropriate information for a whole sense of valuing self, others and our environment. Launched in 2010, these popular programmes are widely delivered by Nest Consulting’s Educators throughout Auckland, Northland and recently launched in Christchurch, Bay of Plenty and Wellington.
Robyn is unbiased in her approach and is passionate about all people having equal access to information & services facilitating empowerment and informed choices.

MOLLY O'CONNOR Administrator, PA, Creative Designer & Student Liaison

Molly works as our all round office ninja! She ensures Nest runs smoothly and is in charge of general administration, communication & coordination in addition to contributing to creative design. Molly also works as a personal assistant to Nest's CEO and as a student liaison.

Molly completed school as Head Girl and is part way though her degree. She has worked with Nest, initially as a student liaison & advisor and more recently as Nest's office administrator, creative designer and personal assistant to Nest's CEO. Molly enjoys working with the team and utilising her tech skills creating exciting PowerPoints ensuring Nest Consulting's Programmes are constantly relevant to the student body. When not working Molly enjoys excelling at her many other talents including in the arts; singing, dancing and acting.

KRISSY TAYLOR
Team Leader for senior programmes, Trainer & Assessor
BA Psych (Hons)

Krissy was born and educated in Canada, where she graduated with an honours degree in Psychology. She worked as a School Counsellor providing support services to students as well as developing and leading programmes on topics such as Peer Mediation, Body Image and Dating Violence. She moved to New Zealand in 2000 where she worked as a Family Worker for the New Zealand Police and as a Victim Advisor for the Ministry of Justice, advocating for people affected by Family Violence and other crimes.

She has also recently become certified to facilitate "Mindsets", which is a Mindfulness based resiliency programme for Year 13 students.

Krissy is passionate about helping people empower themselves to make their best choices and to find and develop their own strengths. She is thrilled to be part of Nest Consulting and delivering programmes back in the classroom where real change can happen.

Krissy's personal support team consists of her husband, two daughters ages 11 and 13 and Walter the dog.

LUCIE WEBB Team Leader for junior programmes, Trainer & Assessor
BEd (Hons)

Lucie's background is in teaching. She qualified from Birmingham University, UK in 1997 with an Honours Degree in Education and spent a number of years educating at primary and intermediate level.

At her last Ofsted review (ERO equivalent) her teaching was approved as ‘outstanding’: the highest grade achievable. Lucie enjoys her ‘Educator’ role, which enables her to empower students encouraging them to gain life-skills and confidence. She teaches Nest Consulting’s youth in-school education programmes throughout Auckland and Northland.

In addition to teaching Lucie has skills in assessment, evaluation, report writing and group facilitation. Lucie also enjoys working with adults, actively listening and supporting them in their life path through various other projects.

Lucie is originally from the UK, is married and has two children. She is passionate about community, available education and equal opportunities.

JUSTINE CLIFFE Senior Educator & Facilitator
MNSc (Master of Nursing Science) BA (Psych)

Justine was born and raised in Auckland. She completed a Bachelor of Arts at Otago University majoring in Psychology. Following this she attended the University of Melbourne and completed a Masters of Nursing Science. Her research on older peoples medication errors in the emergency department was published in the Australasian Journal of Aging. She has since spent her Nursing career specialising in emergency care in both Melbourne and Auckland.

Justine has always had a strong interest in women's health and also works in A&E to ensure her nursing skills remain current.

She has a daughter who keeps her busy and she is also currently completing yoga teacher training with the wish to get more people between the ages of 8-16 into yoga, teaching better stress management and healthier outlooks on life.

Justine works with students in all year levels, including as a Mates & Dates facilitator.

TRISH MARTIN Educator
Diploma in Nursing

Trish was born in Holland, emigrating to New Zealand in 1981 where she was raised from her early pre teens in Auckland. In addition to her Diploma in Nursing Trish has a Certificate in Womens Health and Fitness Training, is a Therapeutic Massage Therapist, a Reiki Practitioner and is a business owner.

After completing her Nursing Diploma Trish worked within womens health and paediatrics for over 20 years. Upon raising her family of 3 children she decided to start her own business working with new parents and their newborns.

Trish is also very interested in natural health and holistic wellbeing and is always extending her knowledge through trainings and seminars.

The love of the outdoors and many adventures with family gives her the balance between work commitments and family life.

You will find Trish on the river fly fishing when she can.

CHAR MILNE Educator
BA (EdPsych)

Char was born in Zimbabwe and raised in South Africa, emigrating to New Zealand in 2009. Char has a degree in Educational Psychology and has experience working with children including those with high health & special needs. Her passion is empowering young minds whilst seeing young people with a holistic view.

Char believes in learning through play and, alongside working with Nest, has her own business where she encourages development through play. In 2009 Char and her husband and two small children moved to New Zealand, where they had another child. Her family are avid Judo players so many weekends are spent on the side on the judo mat!

DANA ANTUNOVICH Facilitator
BA (Psych)

Dana was born and raised in Whangarei and moved to Auckland in 2014 to begin her University studies. She has completed her BA – majoring in psychology and education, has recently finished her Masters in health psychology and now, she has begun her journey in becoming a clinical health psychologist.

Dana is one of Nest's 'Mates & Dates' facilitators working with Yr 9 -13 students. Dana strongly believes that health is a holistic concept; which can be influenced by a number of factors. She has a particular interest in the mental health and wellbeing of youth and believes it is of great importance for students to feel listened to, supported and valued. In her spare time she enjoys playing sport, being at the beach and enjoying time with whanau.

EMMA WOLLUM Facilitator
BA(Hons), MA (VUW)

Emma grew up in Vermont (the northeastern US) before moving to New Zealand in 2010, completing a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Linguistics and a Master of Linguistics at Victoria University of Wellington. She will be completing her Master of Speech Language Therapy Practice from the University of Auckland in 2020. Emma is one of Nest's 'Mates & Dates' facilitators working with Yr 9 -13.

ADRIAN VAN HEST Facilitator

Adrian was born and raised in West Auckland. He is currently studying for a Bachelor of Science at the University of Auckland. Adrian is one of Nest's 'Mates & Dates' facilitators working with Yr 9 -13 and enjoys utilising the facilitation & teaching skills he learnt from his involvement with various charities and organisations such as Rotaract (Rotary Youth) & CASPER (suicide prevention).

Adrian has a strong passion for ensuring a bright future for the next generation from education to sustainability. He is a firm believer in developing a strong mental health foundation, believing that feeling safe and secure is integral in personal development. When he’s not working, you’ll typically find Adrian either with his family, reading a book, or walking through the Waitakere Ranges (on a track that’s open!).

KEVIN KU Facilitator
BA (Ed & Film)

Kevin was born in Taiwan and raised in New Zealand. He's completed his Bachelor's of Arts at the University of Auckland, Double Majoring in Education and Film Studies. Kevin also has a love for Martial Arts, teaching children of all ages since he was in his first year of University.

Kevin is one of Nest's 'Mates & Dates' facilitators working with Yr 9 -13. He firmly believes that having a proper foundation of knowledge provides a platform for individuals to flourish from, setting them up for success. In his spare time Kevin is qualified as a stunt performer and has enjoyed working in the South Island as an Action Extra with the role of 'Battalion Soldier' and 'Roran' in the Disney Classic 'Mulan'.

CHELSEA URBAN Facilitator

Chelsea was born and raised in West Auckland and is currently studying towards a Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Auckland. Chelsea has a strong belief in holistic wellbeing and an interest in mental health which has motivated this study, along with her love for people. Chelsea is one of Nest's Mates & Dates facilitators working with Yr 9 -13 students.

SHIVANI SHAW Facilitator
BHealSc, PostGradDHS

Shivani was born in Fiji and moved to New Zealand at the age of 6 and since then has lived in Auckland (Papakura). She is married with 2 children (boy and girl). Shivani has recently completed her Bachelors of Health Science majoring in Health Promotion and Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health. Shivani is one of Nest's 'Mates & Dates' facilitators working with Yr 9 -13.

We can't wait to introduce our new Facilitator - Lutz Hamm

Lutz is one of Nest's 'Mates & Dates' facilitators working with Yr 9 -13.

MEGAN FITTER Facilitator
BA (MediaArts)

Megan was born and raised in Napier and moved to Auckland in 1994 after completing her BA in Media Arts. After 5 years in London she settled in West Auckland where she lives with her husband and two daughters. Megan is one of Nest's 'Mates & Dates' facilitators working with Yr 9 -13 students.

We can't wait to introduce our new Facilitator - Sandra Stanley

Sandra is one of Nest's 'Mates & Dates' facilitators working with Yr 9 -13.

We can't wait to introduce our new Facilitator - Meera Patel

Meera is one of Nest's 'Mates & Dates' facilitators working with Yr 9 -13.

We can't wait to introduce our new Facilitator - Orly Jacobson

Orly is one of Nest's 'Mates & Dates' facilitators working with Yr 9 -13.

Could this be you??

Nest are always on the look out for excellent Educators to join our Team. Email us if you are interested.