Caitlin Chester leads academyEX’s flagship Health Leadership Micro-credential programme, supporting a team that delivers transformative learning to thousands of health leaders across Aotearoa. With a background in senior leadership across government and the health sector, Caitlin brings a wealth of experience in people and programme leadership, relationship management, and strategic delivery.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and Sociology from the University of Auckland, and her work is guided by a deep commitment to clarity, collaboration, and impact. Caitlin is fascinated by how leaders make decisions in uncertain or ambiguous environments — an interest that shapes her approach and one she sees as vital for the future in all sectors, including education and health. Her secret superpower? Reading people and getting things done.
Caitlin is energised by stepping into new challenges — learning, connecting, and leading with purpose as she helps strengthen leadership capability across Aotearoa’s health system.