Rerewha-i-te-rangi Pita’s connections to Te Āti Awa, Taranaki Whānui, Ngāti Wai and Ngāti Manawa have guided his work in fostering economic growth for Māori communities. Currently residing in Hamilton with his family, he is a passionate advocate for Māori economic development, fluent in Te Reo Māori, and well-versed in both the commercial world and Te Ao Māori.
With a Bachelor of Business Analysis from Waikato University, Rerewha has extensive experience working in public, private, and iwi sectors. He has served as an Economic Development Advisor for Waikato-Tainui, a Senior Iwi Engagement Advisor for the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment, and now runs Anamata, a business dedicated to advancing Māori economic development. His work spans governance, strategy, and financial management, with a focus on asset optimisation, investment strategies, and stakeholder engagement.
Rerewha-i-te-rangi Pita holds several leadership positions, contributing to iwi prosperity and ensuring that today’s decisions create a thriving future for our tamariki. His strategic approach integrates Te Ao Māori values with practical economic initiatives, honouring the legacy of his grandfather Morris Te Whiti Love, his wider whānau and paving the way for future generations.