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Chris Deere

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Owner/Director at The Alternative Board NZ
📍 New Zealand

Chris Deere is the Director of The Alternative Board in New Zealand, where he leverages his extensive leadership experience to coach and guide SME owners. Formerly the CEO of Rainbows End Theme Park and a certified attractions executive, he is recognized by peers for being professional, compassionate, and positive.

His background includes serving as a Police Officer in Counties Manukau, where he was instrumental in establishing a program for young offenders.

Chris made a unique career transition from being a frontline Police Officer to becoming the Chief Executive of one of New Zealands leading family attractions.

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Experience
30 Years
Current Role
Owner/Director
Location
New Zealand
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SME Business Coaching
As the Owner and Director of The Alternative Board NZ and Supportlab Ltd, he facilitates peer advisory boards and provides direct coaching to small and medium business owners.
Attractions Industry
He is a former CEO of Rainbow's End Theme Park and a Certified Attractions Executive who has spoken at multiple international IAAPA conferences and served on several committees.
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Career

Work history

8-2018
Owner/Director
The Alternative Board NZ
12-2017
Director/Coach
Supportlab Ltd
12-2007 - 12-2017
Chief Executive
Rainbow's End Theme Park
10-2002 - 12-2007
Operations Manager
Rainbow's End Theme Park
1-1996 - 10-2002
Police Officer
NZ Police
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Education
IAAPA Certified Attractions Executive
International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA)
1996 - 2002
Diploma in Policing/Sergeant Qualified/Youth Aid Qualified
NZ Police
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