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Jeremy Ford
CEO
Jeremy Ford is the CEO of IAANZ, and the Canterbury Aero Club. He is an A-Cat Flight Instructor and GA Flight Examiner who also has an automotive background and General Manager experience for a hospitality group. He began his Commercial Pilot training at IAANZ in 2009 before starting with the organisation in 2011. He has held various roles across the business and has a passion for leadership and executing strategy.
Outside of work he spends time with his family, enjoys travelling, the great outdoors; especially jet boating, fishing and of course flying!
Marc Brogan
Head of Training
Marc Brogan is the Head of Training and brings a strong depth of experience across the general aviation training sector, having held senior and instructional roles with GA training organisations before moving into his work with the NZ Civil Aviation Authority. At the CAA, Marc has operated as an A‑Category Flight Instructor and Examiner, giving him extensive exposure to both operational training standards and regulatory oversight.
Joe Brown
Chief Flying Instructor
Joe Brown is the Chief Flying Instructor at IAANZ. As a B-Cat Flight Instructor with over a decade of flying experience since starting with the organisation, Joe liaises with his Training Managers to ensure smooth day to day operations and compliance with rules and regulations. Joe also provides mentorship and development to the individual Flight Instructors working within the various teams at IAANZ to ensure quality of outcome.
As part of the Senior Management team, Joe contributes to the execution of the overall strategic goals of the organisation.
Joe enjoys tinkering with things to make them go better, faster, further, but he hasn’t yet found a way to make his desk fly!
Pip Direen
Academic Manager
Pip Direen is the Academic Manager at IAANZ, bringing a strong background in both teaching and pastoral care. With a Diploma in Psychology and a Bachelor’s degree in Teaching and Learning, she offers a well-rounded approach to student development, combining academic oversight with a deep understanding of student wellbeing.
As a key member of the Senior Management Team, Pip plays a pivotal role in guiding the programmes of study at IAANZ, ensuring they are delivered to a high standard and aligned with industry expectations. She is also actively involved in student recruitment and support, helping to create a positive and structured learning environment where students can thrive both academically and personally.
Stephanie Schwabe
Safety Systems Manager
Stephanie Schwabe is the Safety Systems Manager at IAANZ. With over 30 years in the industry, Stephanie is passionate about aviation.
As part of the Senior Management team, Stephanie oversees the Safety Management System, chairs the Health and Safety Committee, and ensures continued compliance with various stakeholders of the organisation.
Outside of aviation, Stephanie enjoys walking, sports and games, music, and travel.
Elizabeth Wagtendonk
Business Development Manager
Elizabeth Wagtendonk (Lizzie) is the Business Development Manager IAANZ. With a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Management double majoring in Marketing & Sales and Operation & Production Management, Elizabeth seamlessly blends her marketing expertise with a deep-rooted family history in aviation, making her role a perfect fusion of her passions.
Elizabeth gets to get creative with promotional efforts while also overseeing international enrolments ensuring that IAANZ remains at the forefront of aviation training offering students the best path to the aviation industry.
When not in the office, Elizabeth likes to spend time behind the camera taking shots and outside swimming and hiking!
Neil Wareing
Chief Engineer
Neil Wareing is the Chief Engineer for Canterbury Aero Club. Neil is a Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer working with CAC for over five years.
Neil has over 40 years’ experience in the Aviation Industry in various roles encompassing regulatory, regional, and international airlines. In previous employment Neil has been in Safety Management and Technical Support roles but has always enjoyed his hands-on engineering roots. This is what attracted him to join the CAC engineering team some years ago.
After working as a Licenced Engineer, Neil has recently stepped into the Chief Engineer position responsible for the Airworthiness Control and Management of the Canterbury Aero Club / IAANZ fleet.
Shaun Kradolfer
Operations Manager & Maintenance Planner
Shaun Kradolfer is the Operations Manager and Maintenance Planner for the Canterbury Aero Club. Shaun is a former commissioned Engineer in the Royal New Zealand Airforce, bringing over 10 years of aeronautical engineering and technical leadership experience to his role.
As part of the Senior Management team, Shaun is responsible for the day to day management and administration of the Organisation’s resources. He also works alongside the Chief Engineer to ensure all aircraft meet regulatory requirements and maintenance tasks are performed safely and efficiently.
Outside of work, Shaun enjoys spending time with family, woodworking, outdoor activities and being on (or under) the water scuba diving.