Trustees
The Dunedin Midwinter Carnival is produced and presented by a charitable trust called Dunedin Midwinter Celebrations. Established in 2003 the Trust works to support seasonal celebrations of relevance to our local community and environment.
The Trust has a strong focus on supporting the arts and the work of our talented arts community. Each year the Trust brings together a team to produce the Midwinter Carnival and other events. To carry out this work, the Trust relies on the generosity of our funders and sponsors as well as donations from the public.
Interested in becoming a trustee?
We’re always seeking passionate individuals with fresh perspectives to join the Trust and help us bring our vision to life. Whether you have experience in business, marketing, fundraising, or simply a deep love for the Carnival, we welcome you to share your talents and make a real difference.
If you are keen to get involved, send an email to info@midwintercarnival.co.nz with your CV and cover letter. Together, we can light the way for an even brighter future for the Dunedin Midwinter Carnival.
Trustees
Paul Smith, Chairperson
Paul has worked in the arts and event management for many years. Paul is currently director of Artsenta, an art studio for people in the mental health community.
Richard Knights
Richard is a real estate agent who has called Ōtepoti Dunedin home since 2010 and loves being a part of the best little big city in the world. In his downtime, he runs the online Facebook community What’s News Dunedin? and enjoys promoting the amazing city we all share.
Bola Abdulsalam
Bola is a finance professional and researcher with expertise in financial analysis and governance. As Treasurer, he supports financial oversight to help ensure the ongoing success of this iconic community event. Bola is passionate about contributing to initiatives that promote creativity, inclusivity, and community engagement
Sarah Ellis
Sarah brings a background in legal policy and has spent the past five years working across a range of roles in the Dunedin arts sector. She is deeply committed to supporting the arts, with a particular focus on youth engagement and strengthening community connections.
Best A. Uthakhamkong
Best is Team Leader and Producer Brand Content at the University of Otago. He brings experience in brand, marketing and strategy, and is passionate about supporting the success and community spirit of the Dunedin Midwinter Carnival.
Adrienne Buckingham
Adrienne has over twenty years of experience in education and is currently a Senior Lecturer in Health and Wellbeing. She is passionate about community, building a sense of belonging and contributing to a great city.
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