Atakohu Middleton

Atakohu Middleton currently serves as a Communications Adviser at Middleton Group, a consultancy focused on sustainable power and energy challenges. With extensive experience in journalism and communications, Atakohu has held senior roles at Radio Waatea, and as a Senior Lecturer at Auckland University of Technology. Previous experience includes strategic communications consulting for a diverse range of clients, including government agencies and educational institutions. Atakohu's journalism career spans significant positions, including Senior Writer at the New Zealand Herald and Editor-in-Chief at Community Newspapers Auckland, characterized by a specialization in social justice issues and community engagement. Atakohu holds a PhD in Journalism and multiple qualifications related to te reo Māori and higher education.