Paul E Patton

Paul E. Patton is a senior strategic communications leader with over 25 years of experience in public relations, change management, and stakeholder engagement. They have held prominent roles, such as Head of Communications at Counties Manukau Health and Director of Communications at Waitemata District Health Board, where they managed high-profile communications strategies. Currently, Patton serves as Senior Manager of Internal Communications at Network for Learning and co-hosts the podcast "PR Matters." They have also contributed significantly to various roles in public affairs and marketing communications across health, education, and public sector projects. Patton is actively involved in professional development as a member of the Northern Committee of PRINZ.