Turning Journeys Into Pathways
Charmaine Defensor
I am passionate about helping others pursue a meaningful future, especially students and migrants navigating new educational and career paths. With a background spanning business, culinary arts, healthcare, and education, my journey has taught me the value of adaptability, purpose, and cultural connection.
I hold a Bachelor’s in Business Administration (Marketing Management) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Business, which I completed in New Zealand in 2019. Before moving here, I ran a catering business in the Philippines, here in NZ, I worked as a chef and caregiver.
Motherhood led me to my most fulfilling work yet: education and mentorship. Today, I support students and professionals, particularly migrants, as they explore study options, build careers, and settle into life in New Zealand.
New Zealand offers more than just world-class education. It is a place where you can truly thrive. With its strong work-life balance, breathtaking natural landscapes, and welcoming communities, it is an ideal environment to grow personally and professionally. My mission is to help you make the most of it and to turn your ambition into reality.