Hope Lawsen

Hope Lawsen is an experienced professional in waste management and environmental initiatives, currently serving as Team Leader for Waste Operations & Compliance at Tauranga City Council since May 2019, after holding roles as Waste Contract Specialist and Waste Contracts & Compliance Officer. Prior experience includes managing Director at TriumFit Limited and various managerial positions at Environmental Education for Resource Sustainability Trust, where significant contributions were made to the Water4schools and Paper4trees programmes. Additionally, Lawsen served as a Waste Minimisation Advisor at Waste Watchers Ltd, assisting businesses in improving waste and recycling systems. Educational credentials include a Diploma in Environmental Management from Bay of Plenty Polytechnic and fitness-related certifications from the New Zealand Institute of Health & Fitness.