Jase Te Patu

Jase Te Patu is a renowned keynote speaker, thought leader, and award-winning master facilitator with over 32 years in the wellbeing industry.

A former NZ sportsman, Les Mills International presenter, and celebrated mental health advocate, Jase brings a unique blend of energy, storytelling, and cultural wisdom to every stage.

As a TED Talk speaker, Mental Health First Aid Trainer of Trainers, and Edmund Hillary Fellow, Jase has led national conversations on wellbeing, including spearheading NZ’s Mental Health Awareness Week in 2023. His work bridges science and indigenous knowledge, equipping individuals and organisations with practical tools for resilience, connection, and thriving wellbeing.

Jase is also the Founder and CEO of Hauora Aotearoa, an Indigenous mental health initiative that transforms lives in schools and workplaces through Māori-informed, science-backed wellbeing practices.