Colin has a background in veterinary clinical practice, and during that time developed an avian health practice. Memorable moments were working with Orana Park on their kākā and kererū breeding programs and a brief stint with kākāpō pediatrics. Colin went on to hold a number of senior executive roles in the primary, secondary, and tertiary health care sectors and more recently was CEO of Otago Innovation, the commercialization arm of the University of Otago.