Meet the Women Behind Money Moves
There’s something about being in a room where the conversations just… click.
Where money isn’t confusing, intimidating, or off limits.
Where you can ask the questions you’ve been sitting on for years.
Where you realise you’re not the only one figuring it out as you go.
But more than that, it’s about being in a space that feels safe, open, and genuinely energising. The kind of room where you’re not just listening… you’re connecting. Hearing other wāhine share where they started, what they’ve navigated, and how they’ve got to where they are today.
Because money isn’t just about money.
It touches everything. Your confidence, your choices, your wellbeing, your future.
That’s exactly what Wāhine Wānanga – Ara ki Angitu is all about.
For Money Moves, we’ve brought together a group of women who each bring something different to the table… but all share the same goal. Making money conversations feel more accessible, more real, and a whole lot less overwhelming.
The keynote is centred around exactly that. Real stories, humble beginnings, and journeys that feel relatable, not out of reach. The kind that leave you thinking, “okay… maybe I can do this too.”
And while the inspiration starts in the room, it doesn’t end there. Our follow-up workshops (dates to be released post-event) are designed to help you build the practical foundations. The how-to. The next steps. The stuff that actually sticks.
Let’s meet them.
Janelle Riki
Riki Consultancy
A seasoned leader and consultant with over 13 years of professional experience, Janelle is a captivating keynote speaker and emcee. Her expertise spans leadership and governance, keeping her seriously busy across a range of clients and communities.
Renowned for her work in Te Tiriti o Waitangi strategy, Janelle provides invaluable support while bringing a presence that is equal parts inspiring, warm, and just the right amount of provocative.
Sarah Clare Brown
I Am Not Your Rehab
Sarah Clare Brown MNZM (Ngāpuhi/Te Rarawa) is a best-selling author, communicator, and producer, widely known for her impactful community initiatives and non-profit campaigns, including co-founding the global movement She Is Not Your Rehab.
She facilitates therapeutic group sessions both in prisons and in the community, with a strong focus on family harm and gendered violence prevention. Her work is grounded in creating positive social change through grassroots initiatives and collective healing.
Since 2018, Sarah and Matt have partnered with the New Zealand government to develop and launch the InnerBoy app, supporting accessible healing for indigenous men. The movement itself invites men to acknowledge childhood trauma and take responsibility for their healing.
Sarah is also co-author of the #1 bestselling book She Is Not Your Rehab, with a follow-up book for women, I Am Not Your Rehab, set for release in 2025. She was awarded a New Zealand Order of Merit in 2022, alongside a Commonwealth Points of Light award.
Brooke Roberts
Co-founder of Sharesies
Brooke Roberts is the co-founder, director and 3EO (co-CEO) of Sharesies, and a mother of two.
At Sharesies, their vision is to give someone with $5 and $5 million the same money opportunities. Today, the platform has over half a million investors who have collectively invested billions of dollars.
Brooke is passionate about creating equal opportunities and using business as a force for good, with a strong focus on positive impact across people, customers, communities, and the environment.
She was the co-winner of the 2020 Women of Influence – Business award, and has also been recognised as the 2022 NZ Hi-Tech Inspiring Individual and NZ Services Entrepreneur of the Year alongside her co-founders.
Te Kahukura Boynton
Financial Content Creator and Author of Māori Millionaire
Te Kahukura Boynton is a bestselling author, entrepreneur and founder of Māori Millionaire, the largest trauma-informed financial literacy platform in Aotearoa.
Of Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāi Tūhoe and Te Whakatōhea descent, her work focuses on making financial education accessible, culturally relevant, and grounded in an Indigenous lens. She centres lived realities and practical tools to make wealth building feel achievable for communities who have historically been excluded from financial systems.
What began as a personal goal to become a millionaire in her 20s has grown into a movement of more than 100,000 people, alongside a fast-growing podcast and national events.
Te Kahukura is currently delivering a 12-month partnership with ANZ to produce a financial education series, and has been recognised as a 2025 Young New Zealander of the Year semi-finalist and United Nations Entrepreneur of the Day award winner.
Tegan Yorwarth
Mai FM Host
Tegan is the captivating voice electrifying the airwaves of Aotearoa with her infectious energy. Known for her charisma, she delivers not just the latest music, but engages listeners in meaningful and entertaining conversations alongside her fellow hosts at Mai FM.
Her storytelling transforms the listening experience into something that feels like a chat with your closest friend, making her a familiar voice in many morning routines.
She celebrates culture, meaningful moments, and the stories that connect us all, blending te reo with playful banter to uplift and inspire her community both locally and globally.
Courtney Manu
Financial Content Creator
Courtney is a Pasifika mum of four, a wife, business owner, and long-time content creator who has openly shared all sides of her life, including her financial journey.
From sharing her personal debt balances and how she paid them off, to meal prepping to save money, completing a course in money management, and purchasing a rental property, Courtney brings a real and relatable perspective.
Growing up without exposure to financial literacy, she has built her knowledge over time and continues to share it with others. Her story reflects the realities many Māori and Pasifika families face, where financial responsibilities often extend beyond their own household.
Today, Courtney works alongside her husband in their plastering business and has previously worked in insurance and leadership within a corporate brokerage. She has also been a valued part of the R&P community and growth over the years.
Why This Matters?
Money can feel like something you’re supposed to just… know.
But the truth is, most people are figuring it out as they go.
That’s why this matters.
It’s about creating space for real conversations, learning from different perspectives, and walking away feeling just that little bit more confident than when you arrived.
We’ll see you there xx
