Michael Freeman

Michael Freeman is an experienced professional in public transport and commercial partnerships, currently serving as Manager Commercial - Commercial Partnerships at Greater Wellington Regional Council since August 2023. Prior roles include Business Development Specialist at Metlink and Property Manager for a private property partnership, managing a portfolio of rental properties in the South East of England. Freeman has also held leadership positions in sales development at Canon (UK), where responsibilities included designing channel strategies and managing a national sales team. Educational qualifications encompass a Postgraduate Diploma in International Development from Victoria University of Wellington, alongside degrees in Environmental Science and Mechanical Engineering. Notable experiences also include a career break dedicated to global exploration and a temporary role in COVID-19 research.