Senior Leadership Team
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Mike Bishop
CEO
I’m originally from Napier and have lived on the North Shore since March 2018. I have Irish, Scottish, Australian and German heritage, with wider whānau whakapapa connections to Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Ngāti Porou and Lano in Samoa. I have 32 years’ experience as a Sport CEO and have been with Harbour Sport since December 2018. I value diverse culture and take pride in our work with stakeholders across Te Raki Paewhenua rohe.
Richard Casutt
General Manager
Christchurch-born with a BA in Psychology and Business Management and an MSc in Industrial and Organisational Psychology. Lifelong sports enthusiast and volleyball coach with experience across NZ and Australia. As General Manager, I lead community sport investment, system design, sponsorships, and initiatives to grow participation and people.
Kylie McGrigor
Regional Sports Director
Born and raised in Auckland, I grew with the opportunity to be involved in many different sport and recreation activities. This ignited my passion for sport. I have a background in secondary school PE teaching. As the Schools & Kura Manager, my role to support the team who work with tamariki, rangatahi and schools. My role as the Regional Sports Director is to provide support and advocate the value of sport for all rangatahi in the secondary school setting and with the wider sports sector.
Husmit Uka
ActivAsian Manager
"Born and bred in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, I consider myself Kiwi-Indian. Sport has shaped my life and shown me the role it can play in supporting wellbeing, connection and belonging. My mahi helps Asian communities feel seen, included and connected through play, active recreation and sport - bringing together strategy, advocacy, cultural competency, community development and sector support. “You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” – MLK"
Asenati Tavita
Pacific Community Manager
I am Samoan from the villages of Suga, Leauva’a and Fusi Safata in Upolu and Saleaula in Savai’i. Born in Samoa and moved to NZ in 1987 because my parents wanted a better future, the youngest of 5 and the only one with a University qualification. I am the Pacific Community Manager and absolutely love what I do. Connecting, advocating and building capacity into our North Shore Pasifika community.
Pat Green
Healthy Active Learning Advisor
Kia ora, Pat. I am of Solomon Islands and Kiwi heritage, with whakapapa to Matakana and Ambu, shaping my passion for community, culture, and belonging.As Play Lead at Harbour Sport, I work across Auckland’s northern region to grow opportunities for tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau through play. I build partnerships and support community-led initiatives.
Moriki Read
Māori Community Manager
"Grounded in Te Ao Māori, and passionate about te reo Māori and uplifting te iwi Māori. Raised in Whangārei, my journey through sport and life has shaped a strong focus on strengthening whānau, advancing hauora, and creating kaupapa-led impact in our communities. If I’m not on the rugby field or the golf course, you’ll find me out on the moana. Whakaaro tahi, kōkiri tahi ki te rangi e."