Kelsey Schwynn

Kelsey Schwynn is a strategic advisor to the national Ageing team at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, a role she began on April 9, 2024.2 With a diverse background in product strategy, business design, and customer-focused solutions, Schwynn brings a wealth of experience to her new position.

Professional Background

Prior to joining Health New Zealand, Schwynn served as the Chief Product Officer at Optimal Workshop, a platform specializing in information architecture for creating better human experiences.4 In this role, she demonstrated her ability to blend strategic foresight with empathy for customer needs.1

Expertise and Skills

Schwynn is known for her:

• Expertise in B2B SaaS product management
• Ability to find profitable and pragmatic solutions to customer challenges3
• Unique perspective combining business acumen, design expertise, and interest in social impact initiatives

Previous Roles

Kelsey's career has included various positions that have contributed to her diverse skill set:

• General Manager for Today's Sydney studio, where she applied her background in product strategy and business design5
• Consultant for organizations of various sizes, helping them address customer challenges effectively3

Schwynn's appointment as a Strategic Advisor to Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora's national Ageing team reflects her capability to contribute to strategic initiatives in the healthcare sector, particularly focusing on aging-related challenges and solutions.