David Gray is a governance expert who has worked with Māori organisations for the past 20 years. As principal of Kia Tū Rangatira Ai Consulting, he has been a consultant and coach to a large number of Māori entities, from the largest iwi governance bodies to very small marae- and hapū-based entities. He has been CEO of three Māori organisations and is currently a trustee of a post-settlement governance entity. In addition, he has advised various arms of the Crown on the subject of governing Māori organisations. David is based in Tuakau, and his work takes him to all corners of Aotearoa.