Our team
Marketing & Operations Manager
Adrian Hatwell
Whether you’re a member, donor, or supporter, Adrian is your first point of contact at UpsideDowns. Joining the team following more than a decade working as a journalist in the print media industry, Adrian makes sure everyone interacting with the organisation gets the support they need. Raised in the Waikato, Adrian now calls Tāmaki Makaurau home, where they enjoy experiencing the diverse arts and culture scene with their teenaged kid, Hunter. Passionate about youth empowerment, Adrian adores working with UpsideDowns’ members and feels privileged to play a role in their communication journeys.
Finance & Administration Coordinator
Helen Smith
Behind the scenes, Helen keeps UpsideDowns operating, with over 15 years of all‑round accounting and administrative experience and more than five in the not‑for‑profit sector. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and volunteering in her local community, helping to plan events and support fundraising efforts. Her goal at UpsideDowns is to help keep things running smoothly so the team can continue making a real difference for our members.