CHIEF EXECUTIVE

Bradley is a Registered Member of the New Zealand Institute of Directors and holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Accounting. He has served as Treasurer, Trustee, or Director for a range of Baptist organisations, including Delta, Glenroy, Arotahi (NZBMS), Oxford Terrace Baptist and the Upper South Baptist Association. 

Bradley currently leads Baptist Resources Limited, where he particularly enjoys using his skills and experience to find creative ways churches can strengthen their ministry and mission effectiveness through better use of resources.

Based in Christchurch, Bradley lives with his wife Priscilla and their daughter Astrid. They are active members of the Oxford Terrace Baptist Community and have a real heart for overseas missions.

FINANCE MANAGER

Nō Te Ātiawa Te Waka-a-Māui ia. Reuben has whakapapa to Te Ātiawa, specifically in Waikawa. He’s part of a faith rōpū (group) called Te Puna Aroha. Reuben has a background in change management, governance, commerce and hauora (wellbeing). He has strong connections to several Baptist expressions of church, including Orbit and Arotahi (NZBMS). Outside of work, Reuben enjoys whakapapa research, playing football, gardening and reading.

STRATEGIC CONSULTANT

Kieran founded the governance and advisory firm, Lisburn Management Limited. Through his firm, he brings skills, knowledge and experience to BRL, in governance, strategy, finance, risk management, investment management and operational performance. He enjoys helping organisations pursue their long-term purpose and mission. Kieran is married to Christine; they have two adult children and four gorgeous grandchildren. He enjoys sharing the gospel, reading history, gardening, football and spending time with family and friends.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

In her role with BRL, Laila particularly enjoys connecting the dots and ensuring projects operate smoothly and staff are well supported. Laila has been in New Zealand for eighteen years and originally hails from Sāo Paulo, Brazil. She’s part of New Generation Church, where she has stood alongside her husband in pastoral ministry for the past ten years. Her hobbies include hanging out with her husband and children and getting together with friends to laugh and sing.

PROPERTY MANAGER

Mike brings a broad range of experiences to our team, having worked as an electrician, teacher, school Principal, and professional firefighter. He enjoys sharing the resources he’s blessed with and helping people with his handyman skills. His hobbies include biking, fishing, and golf.

Donna is responsible for our bookkeeping and accounts. She’s a positive team player and loves helping out wherever she can. Donna loves spending time with friends and family, and in her free time, Donna enjoys visiting new places, playing puzzles and games, and window shopping.

Sam works for us in the capacity of Property and Tenancy Manager. Sam is gifted at dealing with a wide range of people and enjoys serving people with both practical and emotional support. Her hobbies include baking, cooking, going to the gym and playing sport with her son.

Pamela is an accounts assistant at Baptist Resources. She is originally from Sāo Paulo, Brazil and has lived in New Zealand for eight years. In her work, Pamela takes great joy in everything functioning smoothly and loves organising folders and spreadsheets. In her spare time, Pamela likes to watch Korean dramas and spend time with friends and family.

Keyana offers administrative support to our team. Outside of the BRL office Keyana enjoys dancing and creating choreography, spending time with family and binge-watching movies and TV shows,

One way Keyana enjoys serving others is by being there for them when they need help. She finds fulfilment in making things easier for others and ensuring they feel supported and valued.

David has managed Glenroy Lodge since 2019, ensuring it remains a well-run and welcoming place for all visitors. With a background in the Navy, electronics teaching, and emergency management, he now enjoys the lighter pace of lodge life, where the biggest stress is deciding whether the lawn needs mowing this week. David is also active in his local community and moonlights as the “organ hydrator” for his church’s pipe organ.

Joel brings skills in marketing, photography and communication to our team. He worked for a social enterprise in India for ten years and enjoys interacting with people from different places and backgrounds. While Joel is a self proclaimed “inner city hipster” he loves serving people by mucking in. His hobbies include cycling, photography and languages. At the moment he’s reclaiming his reo Māori.

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