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Joseph Harawira

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Chief Executive Officer at Wai Mānuka
📍 New Zealand

Joe Harawira is the CEO and Co-founder of Wai Mānuka, an award-winning premium non-alcoholic beverage brand. A strategic thinker with an Executive MBA, he has led the companys expansion into Japan and the US. His diverse background includes roles at New Zealand Rugby and the National Rugby League.

Deeply connected to his Māori heritage (Ngāti Awa, Ngāi Te Rangi), Joe is passionate about building purpose-driven brands that celebrate culture and community. Wai Mānuka was founded with lifelong friends to foster connection and share a piece of Aotearoa with the world.

Unique fact: Joe is a former NZ Army serviceman who completed operational tours in Bosnia and East Timor.

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Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Location
New Zealand
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International Growth
He is leading Wai Mānuka’s expansion into global markets, including Japan and the United States, recently noting 75% growth in the U. S.
Indigenous Entrepreneurship
As a finalist for Māori Entrepreneur of the Year, he champions weaving cultural values and heritage directly into his brand's identity and story.
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Career

Work history

4-2022
Chief Executive Officer
Wai Mānuka
1-2022 - 4-2024
Co-founder and Managing Director at Wai Mānuka
The Maori Boys Ltd
9-2016 - 2-2022
Injury & Harm Prevention Manager
New Zealand Rugby
12-2015 - 4-2024
Flo Kiwi - Founder
Flo Clothing - lifestyle fashion helpig kids in need
5-2013 - 9-2016
NRL Wellbeing & Education Manager
National Rugby League
In the press

Media appearances

From Aotearoa to the world: how Wai Mānuka is going global. Featured in Spotify
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Joe Harawira on what it takes to build Wai Mānuka. Featured in YouTube
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Education
2009 - 2011
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Massey University
2004 - 2006
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
UCOL
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