A professional leader with extensive expertise in broadcast media communication, community engagement, and Pacific advisory roles. I deliver impactful outcomes within diverse Pasifika and multicultural communities, and I excel at spearheading strategic media campaigns and high-stakes projects that amplify community participation and promote inclusive, secure services, even under stringent deadlines and budgets. I excel at recruiting, training, and leading diverse teams to reflect community values, while cultivating trusted, impartial stakeholder relationships to mitigate risks and uphold integrity. I am passionate about leveraging broadcast platforms and Pacific advisory insights to foster democratic principles, fiscal responsibility, and community trust, driving positive and sustainable outcomes.

Patrick Lino

A professional leader with extensive expertise in broadcast media communication, community engagement, and Pacific advisory roles. I deliver impactful outcomes within diverse Pasifika and multicultural communities, and I excel at spearheading strategic media campaigns and high-stakes projects that amplify community participation and promote inclusive, secure services, even under stringent deadlines and budgets. I excel at recruiting, training, and leading diverse teams to reflect community values, while cultivating trusted, impartial stakeholder relationships to mitigate risks and uphold integrity. I am passionate about leveraging broadcast platforms and Pacific advisory insights to foster democratic principles, fiscal responsibility, and community trust, driving positive and sustainable outcomes.

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A professional leader with extensive expertise in broadcast media communication, community engagement, and Pacific advisory roles. I deliver impactful outcomes within diverse Pasifika and multicultural communities, and I excel at spearheading strategic media campaigns and high-stakes projects that amplify community participation and promote inclusive, secure services, even under stringent deadlines and budgets.

I excel at recruiting, training, and leading diverse teams to reflect community values, while cultivating trusted, impartial stakeholder relationships to mitigate risks and uphold integrity. I am passionate about leveraging broadcast platforms and Pacific advisory insights to foster democratic principles, fiscal responsibility, and community trust, driving positive and sustainable outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Project Manager at Vagahau Niue Trust
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Led bilingual education and Pacific community engagement initiatives; coordinated national bilingual educators’ conference and community engagement; supported community partnerships and cultural revitalisation projects.
Pacific Advisory Panelist at Auckland City Council
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Provided a Pacific lens to assist decision making; raised profile and emphasis on Ara Moana Strategy.
Chief Executive Officer at Pacific Media Network
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Directed strategic realignment and restructure of operations; established content-sharing agreements and digital innovation units; liaised with NZ government agencies and board trustees.
Senior Executive at Pacific Media Network
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Managed industry partner relationships and contributed to network strategy and growth.
Network Programme Director at Pacific Media Network (PMN)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Oversaw technical content delivery across radio network and ethnic language platforms.
General Manager at Broadcasting Corporation of Niue
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Led national media operations, disaster communications, and Pacific-wide development coverage.
Video Editor at Quantum Global NZ Ltd
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Edited video content for client briefs and internal productions.
Journalist / Radio & TV Producer at BCN
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
Produced and edited stories for radio and television; contributed to newsroom operations.
Network Programme Director at PMN
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Oversaw technical content delivery across radio network and ethnic language platforms.

Education

Bachelor of Communication Studies (Multimedia) at AUT
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
Certificate in Senior Leadership & Management at Catapult Leadership
January 1, 1988 - November 13, 2025
Certificate in Journalism at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1988 - November 13, 2025
Management Workshop at Pacific Island Broadcasting Association, Vanuatu
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025
Bachelor of Communication Studies (Multimedia) at AUT (Auckland University of Technology)
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
Certificate in Senior Leadership & Management at Catapult Leadership
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988
Certificate in Journalism at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988

Qualifications

Certificate in Senior Leadership & Management
January 1, 1988 - November 13, 2025
Certificate in Journalism
January 1, 1988 - November 13, 2025
Management Workshop
January 11, 2030 - November 13, 2025
Certificate in Senior Leadership & Management
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988
Certificate in Journalism
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other, Government