Dawn Benefield

Dawn, Account Manager for the Lower North Island, started at VHNZ in May 2021. Her Portfolio covers the Department of Corrections & Māori Pasifika Programmes.

Dawn has 20 years’ experience with the Department of Corrections as a Manager of Industries and National Manager of Grounds Maintenance & Asset Management. During this time Dawn was responsible for the employment and training outcomes of the Men & Women in care, and worked with numerous Industry Training organisations including Vertical Horizonz NZ.

Corrections has been a big part of her life to date and continues to be in her current role. With a passion for self-development and helping others, she takes pride in building her client partnerships and holds focus on increasing positive outcomes for all.