Emma has experience in conservation, pest management, and biosecurity and is passionate about restoring and protecting our environment for future generations. She enjoys working with geospatial data, field work, and connecting with communities. Prior to joining Verity Nature, Emma held roles at the Ministry for Primary Industries including: - Plant Health Incursion Investigator: Investigated and managed risks to New Zealand's plant health biosecurity. - Pest Management Adviser: Delivered science and good practice projects to improve wilding conifer control. - Policy Analyst: Drafted briefings, consultation documents, and cabinet papers about new regulations for the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme.