Our Team
Michelle Crook (MNZM), CEO
Michelle has extensive not-for-profit governance and management experience, with skills and strengths in leadership, strategic development, accounting, branding and marketing, funding and revenue diversification. For the past 25 years she has owned her own advertising agency, plus she has owned two website development businesses. She holds a Masters in Professional Accounting and an undergraduate degree in Humanities. Michelle is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of the Trust and supporting its governance and compliance measures.
Cam Howard
Cam is a nurse specialist with an extensive experience in critical care. She works with the Trust and its partners to improve sepsis care and support for survivors.
Ally Hossain, Communications and Engagement Director and Global Sepsis Alliance Board Member 2025-2028
Ally is a communications & community engagement specialist, bringing more than 25 years of experience to the Trust. As a former journalist and communications educator in the UK, Australia & New Zealand, she has a wealth of knowledge in understanding what matters to people. Ally also brings firsthand experience to the role after her son had sepsis in 2024 and is fiercely passionate about her role as a result. Ally is responsible for the public & health clinician awareness campaigns around sepsis, as well as any media requests and community engagement events.
For news of Ally's appointment to the Global Sepsis Alliance Board, click here.
Contact Info
Sepsis Trust NZ
PO Box No 565
Waikato Mail Centre
Hamilton 3240
info@sepsis.org.nz
Charity No. CC56078
Helpful Links
With thanks to funders
ACC
Potter Trust
Nelson Pine Industries Limited
Southern Cross Healthcare
Te Niwha
