Dr. Emmet McElhatton

Dr. Emmet McElhatton is an accomplished public policy expert with extensive experience in both leadership and advisory roles across various sectors. Currently serving as the Manager of Policy at Greater Wellington Regional Council's Metlink, Dr. McElhatton oversees the policy team and manages the Wellington Regional Public Transport Plan, focusing on enhancing public transport and implementing new technologies. Prior roles include Commercial Manager and Business Development Manager at New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, where significant achievements spanned government-to-government consulting programs and partnerships in multiple sectors. Dr. McElhatton's earlier career includes consultancy, educational program development, and senior advisor roles, underpinned by robust academic credentials including a Ph.D. in Public Policy from Victoria University of Wellington.