Dan Te Whenua Walker (Tangahoe, Ngati Ruanui, Nga Ruahinerangi, Ngati Kahungunu ki Wairoa, Te Atiawa, Maniapoto, Tuhourangi and Pakeha) is an experienced leader in business development and relationship management with an extensive background in the IT and tech sector. He has a particular passion for how tech can be utilised for Mãori and Pasifika economic development.

Dan is the Deputy Chair of NZ Mãori Tourism, Pou Tuara of Te Runanga o Ngãti Ruanui, Director of the Centre for Social Impact, and Chair of Whänau Mãrama Parenting Charity and a variety of community trustee roles around Auckland.