Jayesh Parekh

Jayesh Parekh is a highly experienced professional in urban design and planning, currently serving as the Regeneration Manager for Urban Design and Masterplanning at Tāmaki Regeneration Company since March 2021. Previously, Jayesh held various positions at Auckland Council from August 2014 to March 2021, including Urban Design Specialist and acting lead for Design Review Panels. Jayesh has also contributed to initiatives addressing obesogenic environments in South Auckland as the Settings Coordination Manager for Healthy Families (The Southern Initiative) and has extensive experience in parks and open space planning. Jayesh's groundwork in urban safety includes a role as a Community Safety Advisor, providing designs advocating for safer urban environments. An academic background from The University of Auckland includes a Master of Urban Design (Honours - First Class) and a Bachelor of Planning (Honours - First Class), complemented by earlier educational achievements at Mt. Albert Grammar School.