MEET OUR TEAM | All Clear NZ

All Clear is proud to have some of the best and brightest talent in the environmental consulting field.

As a business, we are absolutely committed to supporting the local economy of each of the areas in which we operate. This includes recruiting local staff, who receive the best training, backed up by the best practices in the industry.

Because of this, we have quickly become known as both market leaders and innovators.

So, we’d like to introduce you to the people who make up our talented team

If you would like to get expert advice on any of our services please click here to contact us

Our Management Team

Matt Findsen

Co-Founder & Director
matt@allclear.nz
027 231 3304

Matt’s focus in the business, as a Director and Co-Founder is centred around both Finances and Operations. Customer and supplier relationships dominate Matt’s “in the business” time when he’s not jointing working “on the business” with his Co-Founder Adam.

All Clear’s continued growth into new markets, with an ever expanding service suite comes from the unwavering passion and ambition of its Directors. Matt is passionate about business but also the All Clear team. He provides guidance, support and gives team members, many of whom who have no background in business the opportunity to get involved in service development and deployment.

Prior to starting the business in 2016, Matt worked in the fast-paced industry of Telecommunications in senior positions. Prior to that experience within the Construction and mass-Market retailers has given him knowledge of how many varied businesses operate.

When he is not working on his business interests, you’ll find Matt spending time Mountain biking or Motor racing.

Matt Findsen

Co-Founder & Director

Adam Gordon

Co-Founder & Director
adam@allclear.nz
021 406 700

As Co-Founder and Director, Adam is jointly responsible for steering the businesses ambition around innovation, service development and growth – with a particular focus on technology, sales and marketing Adam also occupies the role of Lead Asbestos Consultant, all asbestos related services delivered by All Clear are ultimately supervised by Adam, He holds the BOHS IP402 Qualification and has been involved in surveying well over five hundred buildings.

Since commencing operations in 2016, the business has recorded significant growth. Much of that success can be attributed to the commitment around securing and retaining the best talent, and the development of market leading systems and processes and finally, having a non-negotiable approach to pursuing excellence in customer experiences, transparency, independence and pragmatic advice.

Prior to starting the business in 2016, Adam amassed more than sixteen years’ experience in the Telecommunications & Technology sectors, holding a variety of director-level roles with major industry players. In addition, he has extensive channel management, trade marketing and commercial management experience working across multiple industries.

When he is not working on his business interests, you’ll find Adam spending time with his family and friends.

Adam Gordon

Principal Asbestos Consultant – BOHS IP402

Co-Founder & Director

Grace Isherwood

Head of Field Services and Sciences
grace@allclear.nz
021 0268 8921

As the Head of Field Services and Sciences, Grace leads the All Clear Team, providing scientifically accurate and pragmatic advice to clients.

Grace has a strong interest in Microbiology and the impacts of indoor contaminants on human health and wellbeing. She is inquisitive by nature and her talents are backed up by a Bachelor of Science (majoring in Pharmacology) and she holds a BHOS IP402 qualifications.

As a young professional, she values working in an organisation that maintains the highest level of honesty, integrity and is constantly innovating and improving processes and procedures to ensure they are leading the market in everything they do.

Grace enjoys being creative and has many skills, particularly in art and cooking. She also enjoys travelling to exotic places whenever possible.

Grace Isherwood

BSc | BOHS IP402 Surveyor

Head of Field Services & Science

Susan Rogers

Customer Engagement and Operations Lead
susan@allclear.nz
09 392 0000

Susan answers your calls and emails, processes your work orders, then sends the All Clear team members out to all corners of the greater Auckland area.

She is passionate about making order out of chaos with schedules, so does her magic to ensure that urgent last-minute and far-away requests fit in just as nicely as the jobs next door.

Susan is dedicated, hardworking and well organised, making her ready and willing to do her utmost to make things happen for you. She is also kind, compassionate and able to laugh (which keeps her sane!)

Her career has seen her move quickly into different leadership roles, including over fifteen years with Vodafone, Susan has frequently been recognised for her dedication to going ‘above and beyond’.

At home Susan is a wife and a mum, and if there is any time left after that, she loves to lift weights and jump around a Crossfit box.

Susan Rogers

Customer Engagement & Operations Manager

Joanna Leung

Team Leader
joanna@allclear.nz
022 623 0953

Joanna leads the Science Team at All Clear, with an emphasis on Forensic Methamphetamine Investigations. She has numerous years of experience in methamphetamine testing and site investigations and brings a breadth of knowledge to the team.

Joanna holds a BSc in Chemistry and a Post Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science from the University of Auckland. Although she only joined All Clear in 2019 as a Senior Consultant, she was quickly offered the role of Team Leader.

Joanna believes relationships are built on integrity and trust. She is dedicated to providing top quality service to her clients by educating and providing accurate advice, based on scientific evidence.

Outside of work, Joanna spends her time baking, playing a game of badminton, planning her next travel adventure, or spending time with her dog, family and her friends.

Joanna Leung

BSc Chemistry – PG-Dip Forensic Science | BOHS IP402 Surveyor

Acting Head of Field Services & Science

Brendan Young

Business Manager - Healthy Homes and Smoke Alarms Services
brendan@allclear.nz
027 4755 016

Brendan came to All Clear after serving Eighteen years in the New Zealand Police, eleven of which were with the New Zealand Police Dog Section. During his career he was involved in a number of high-profile cases, including the apprehension of an armed offender who had kidnapped a family in their vehicle. He was also involved in investigating Homicides as well as the Search and Rescue operations for missing persons. He used his time in the police to obtain a Diploma in Criminology along with studies in Canine Behaviour and Dog Training.

He also has a Diploma in Teaching, majoring in English and Physical Education.

Brendan uses his skills as an investigator, as well as his strong attention to detail to benefit the company as a Leading Assessor. He is also the in-house trainer for new staff members. Although he brandishes a quick wit and sense of humour, Brendan brings with a him to the role a strong sense of honesty, integrity and professionalism.

Outside of work, Brendan enjoys spending time outdoors. He recently took up paddle boarding and can be found out on the water with his son most summer weekends. He has worked in the film industry for over 20 years, as part of the New Zealand Stunt Guild and has performed in some major motion pictures, including The Lord of The Rings; The Hobbit and Ghost in the Shell with Scarlett Johansson.

He is a trained Martial Artist and still teaches on the North Shore.

Brendan Young

Business Manager | Healthy Homes & Smoke Alarm Services

Customer Engagement & Operations Team

Anna Patrick

Customer Engagement Specialist
anna@allclear.nz

Anna’s friendly demeanour and exceptional organisational skills are in place to assist Susan as a Customer Engagement Specialist. She has a positive ‘can do’ attitude and enjoys helping others. Anna has gained a passion for people and excellent customer service skills through for seven years of dedication in the aviation industry in both New Zealand and Australia. She has received several customer service awards in recognition of her ability to provide a service that is second to none.

She is also an avid traveller and loves to initiate spontaneous weekends away with her nearest and dearest. She also enjoys going back to her rural roots in the Wairarapa to spend time with her family and friends.

Anna Patrick

Customer Engagement Specialist

Zara Stiles

Sales & Marketing Administrator
zara@allclear.nz
021 065 9621

Zara is an enthusiastic graduate who completed a Batchelor of Business majoring in Marketing and Management at Auckland University of Technology in 2019. During and extending after her studies, Zara worked as a retail assistant at Sass and Bide, before securing the Sales and Marketing Administrator role at All Clear.

With a passion for both marketing and sales and a can do attitude Zara prides herself on her work ethic and attention to detail, while retaining a happy bubbly personality and a great sense of humour.

Outside of work Zara has a love for Health and Wellness and enjoys keeping fit in the gym alongside playing netball. Zara has been extensively involved in netball since a young age and has competed at representative level.

Zara Stiles

BBus

Sales & Marketing Administrator

Laura Winders

Customer Engagement, Reporting & Billing Administrator | Christchurch
laura@allclear.nz

Laura joins All Clear as the Customer Engagement, Reporting & Billing Administrator for our Canterbury region. Laura’s sales and marketing background in the technology sector, as well as her experience in finance, accounts and customer services has given her a great understanding and advanced skill set to excel in her new role.

Laura grew up in the deep south but has spent most of her adult life in Christchurch. Her love for the beautiful weather, wild beaches, and of course the people, has kept her based in Canterbury. The city has been through a lot in the last ten years. The community has built a culture around caring for each other and the environment. These are also values Laura shares deeply. Laura enjoys helping people and building meaningful connections. A good conversation will never be passed up.

In her spare time you will find Laura out enjoying nature, passionately cooking and baking amazing vegan food.

Laura Winders

Customer Engagement, Reporting & Billing Administrator | Christchurch

Consulting Team

Liz Clarke

Senior Consultant
liz@allclear.nz
027 255 9078

As a senior consultant, Liz brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team. Previously specialising as a health safety and environmental consultant for a leading consultancy in Melbourne, Australia, Liz worked on a diverse range of projects for residential, commercial, construction and government-based clients.

Liz’s expertise spans across multiple fields, including hazardous material assessments (including asbestos and lead), mould investigation and remediation projects, large-scale asbestos hygiene (removal) works, land contamination and environmental site assessments. Liz enjoys working closely with clients and colleagues to find tailored solutions to a clients’ problems and help achieve safer workplaces and homes. This has included the development of individualised management plans, reports and procedures to assist clients with managing potentially hazardous materials and substances in the workplace.

Her expertise is backed by a Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife Conservation Biology) with Honours. In addition, she has previously worked as an educator and has consequently been involved in training colleagues and junior consultants to assist in the growth of the team.

Liz has a passion for wildlife and music and in her spare time enjoys bushwalking, hiking and playing music (though not at the same time).

Liz Clarke

BEnvSc Hons

BOHS IP404

Senior HAZMAT Consultant

Sarah Stenning

Consultant
sarah@allclear.nz
022 488 2286

Sarah graduated from Auckland University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science degree (majoring in environmental science). After graduating, Sarah worked as an assistant manager for a pet shop before landing a science graduate role at All Clear.

Sarah enjoys Toxicology work and has a strong interest in water quality. She prides herself on being honest, reliable and strongly committed to her work, all while maintaining a good sense of humour.

Sarah has a great love of animals and when she is not at work, she can be found looking after her ‘zoo’ at home. Thirty nine animals of her own keep her busy; these range from the usual cats and dogs to more unique animals like axolotls and a turtle.

On top of her own pets she also regularly takes in rescue animals, and fosters them until they are able to go to homes of their own.

Sarah Stenning

BSc Environmental Science

BOHS IP402 Surveyor

Consultant | Greater Auckland

Agustina Cortina

Consultant
agustina@allclear.nz
027 299 2860

Agustina’s passion is working towards establishing healthier living environments throughout the greater Auckland area.

Her role as Consultant for All Clear allows her to put her prior two years as an environmental consultant in the United States to the test.

She is a graduate from the University of Miami with a BSc degree in Geology and Environmental Science, with two years’ work experience in water quality and contaminated lands.

Agustina’s passion for outdoor adventure and nature has led her to leave the United States behind, and move to beautiful, wild New Zealand where she spends every weekend tramping in the bush.

In her role at All Clear, Agustina is exceptionally well liked by her clients and she is committed to ensuring clients receive accurate, detailed reports and management plans based on her findings.

Agustina Cortina

BSc Geology & Environmental Science

BOHS IP402 Surveyor

Consultant – Greater Auckland

Team H&S Representative

Renée Leslie

Junior Consultant
renee@allclear.nz
027 290 4465

Renée graduated from the University of Auckland in 2019 with a BSc (majoring in Biological Sciences) and was recognised in High School for her interest in conservation.

Working to highlight environmental issues and to enhance sustained long-term protection policies has led Renée into a future-focussed career in the field. She is working as a junior consultant for All Clear, conducting field work in and around Auckland. She is particularly interested in both the environmental and societal impacts across the service suite.

Renée has an extensive background and success in numerous sports. Her interest in everything equestrian has seen her develop a wide show-jumping resume. Despite having been hospitalised for two weeks in 2014 after a serious equestrian accident, she continues to ride for pleasure.

When Renée isn’t riding she can be found skateboarding or listening to vinyls. Her grazed knees and eclectic music playlist are testament to this!

Renée Leslie

BSc Biology

Consultant & Technical Reporting Specialist | Greater Auckland

Cole Briggs

Junior Consultant
cole@allclear.nz
027 275 0992

Cole is fortunate to have grown up in a family who have worked in the conservation field in some of Africa’s big national parks, igniting a passion for nature from an early age. This early background and a desire to strive for a healthier environment has guided his academic, work and cultural life.

As a University of Auckland BSc graduate, majoring in Biology and Environmental Science, Cole has an interest in contaminants in water, air and soil. The challenges in minimising these contaminants and hazardous materials is a goal which Cole passionately strives towards in protecting New Zealand’s environment.

Auckland representative level cricket has allowed Cole to live, work and travel internationally from the age of fifteen. As a specialist wicket-keeper/batsmen with leadership experience, he appreciates a successful team is built on dedication, commitment to goals, and honesty. Over weekends Cole enjoys working on his fly-fishing on the Tongariro River, as well as camping and hiking with friends and family in New Zealand’s beautiful outdoors.

Cole Briggs

BSc Biology & Environmental Science

Junior Consultant | Greater Auckland

Chris von Biel
BSc

Senior Consultant | Northland

Zane Penny

Junior Consultant (BSc)
zane@allclear.nz
027 239 5992

Zane grew up in a mixture between his family home in the Ruapehu region and Papakura. The exposure to the outdoors and rural setting in the Ruapehu region is what ignited his passion for the environment and the outdoors, leading him to pursue a career in environmental science. Zane is now working for All Clear, performing fieldwork within Auckland and the surrounding areas, training to be an environmental consultant.

Zane graduated from the University of Auckland mid-2020, with a BSc majoring in Environmental science and biotechnology. It was through this progression at University, that Zane really began to develop a key interest in solving complex environmental issues using the ‘scientific method’. In particular, Zane is interested in water, soil and microbiological contaminants and is always keen to find and develop new methods to reduce these contaminants within New Zealand’s environment.

When Zane is not working, you will find him the great New Zealand outdoors. He is a very keen motocross rider, alpine skier and climber, and mountain biker, who is aiming to compete in the NZ national enduro mountain bike series. Zane’s many scars and bruises is a testament to his heavy involvement in these extreme sports.

You will also find Zane playing guitar at his local church, in which he is heavily involved with and has made many lasting and impactful relationships that have affected him both in his working and personal life.

Zane Penny

BSc Biology & Environmental Science

Junior Consultant | Greater Auckland

Rachel McClatchy

Junior Consultant (BSc)
rachel@allclear.nz

Rachel is a positive and highly motivated graduate who completed a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in Environmental Science at Auckland University of Technology in 2020. Throughout her degree Rachel has had the opportunity and experience of working within many customer service roles. Recently Rachel worked alongside the compliance monitoring team at Auckland Council. Rachel has now secured a role at All Clear as a Junior Consultant for the greater Auckland region.

Rachel had the childhood exposure of living on a farm in the Waikato and more recently Auckland’s eastern suburbs, both have given her the understanding of the importance of conservation in relation to the environment. Rachel’s passion for the effects of pollutants on both freshwater and land quality lead her to study environmental Science.

When she is not at work Rachel enjoys spending time with her family and two dogs, walking around the beautiful beaches of Auckland, and swimming in the local bays.

Rachel McClatchy

BSc Environmental Science

Junior Consultant & Technical Reporting/Operations Assistant | Scientific Team

Alice Croll

Junior Consultant (BSc)
alice@allclear.nz

Alice graduated from The University of Auckland in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science degree, double majoring in Environmental Science and Geography. Alice’s passion for the environment has been apparent since a young age, growing up around the ocean heightened this love. Alice has been an active member of environmental initiatives, including beach clean ups, planting projects and even being a Project Jonah Marine Mammal Medic. She has since joined All Clear as a Junior Consultant for the greater Auckland region.

Through the completion of her BSc degree Alice found a key interest in the complex physical environment, in particular coastal and freshwater processes, contaminated land area and air quality. Alice is keen to make a positive environmental difference and is constantly looking at ways to make a change. When not at work Alice can be found exploring and discovering new parts of our beautiful backyard, as well as continuing to play touch and football.

Alice Croll

BSc Environmental Science & Geography

Junior Consultant | Greater Auckland

Katie Howes

Junior Consultant
katie@allclear.nz

Katie graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Biological Science, Environmental Science, and Ecology. Katie is passionate about protecting the environment through creating sustainable, healthy living environments.

Katie joins the team at All Clear as a Junior Consultant for the Canterbury Region. Before joining All Clear Katie worked as a Contaminated Sites Officer with her role requiring her to identify and record hazardous land materials. This previous work experience has given Katie the skills and understanding she now brings to her role at All Clear.

Alongside her love for the environment Katie also has a passion for animals and animal welfare, this love encouraged her to spend a year volunteering for the SPCA in Canterbury.

In her spare time, you will find Katie exploring the beautiful Canterbury outdoors, and spending time with her family and friends.

Katie Howes

BSc Environmental Science & Ecology

Junior Consultant | Canterbury

Healthy Homes & Smoke Alarm Team

Eddie Gallares

Healthy Homes Assessor & Smoke Alarm Technician
eddie@allclear.nz
027 3688 541

Eddie is a Healthy homes assessor and Smoke alarm technician in greater Auckland. He has a huge passion for motorbikes and loves riding and fixing them. At a very young age, he was inspired by his dad building a motorbike engine. Watching his father throughout the years, he sharpened his craft to upskill himself in his passion for motorbikes.

Eddie is a strong believer in the power of positive thinking in the workplace. ”We feel better when we surround ourselves with positive people. It motivates us to reach for the stars, work hard, and stay focused on fulfilling our dreams. Positivity begets more positivity.” he believes.

He has gained previous trade credentials through Chorus as a telecommunication technician. One of his accomplishments, achieved during his time in the telecom industry, was to work alongside different countries rolling out fibre throughout New Zealand.

Little does anyone know, but outside work Eddie also has a passion for his sport Muay Thai, where he works alongside King in the Ring fighters as a sparring person (due to his rare southpaw stance). He represents John Bing gym in west Auckland.

Eddie enjoys a good Netflix binge but can also be found either in the ring training or on long motorbike rides down in Coromandel - enjoying the ’twisties’.

Eddie Gallares

Healthy Homes Assessor | Greater Auckland

Richard Snookes

Smoke Alarm Field Technician
richard@allclear.nz
022 080 6679

Richard attended Havelock North High School, where he played rep. cricket and rugby and won Sportsman of the Year.

He was a Courier in the Wellington area for twenty-six years before moving to Auckland.

He then worked for four years at Ray Haslar Auto House as a Car Detailer.

Richard lives in Hobsonville, near his family. He has two sisters and a brother, and they all enjoy close family ties. His family call him a tidy freak; this is something he says he has always been passionate about, in all aspects of his life.

He is a keen follower of all sport.

Richard Snookes

Field Technician | Greater Auckland

Scott Crawford

Healthy Homes Assessor
scott@allclear.nz
027 364 3364

Scott has been in the trades & services sector for the past 22 years, first training as a landscape architect & progressing to the building & construction field. He self-trained to achieve his building qualification and proceeded to grow his skills in the construction sector over the next decade.

He explored a role in project management, overseeing numerous construction projects ranging from office fitouts through to managing construction on small apartment complexes.

Scott joined All Clear as a Healthy Homes Assessor where he utilises his in-depth knowledge of residential construction to provide accurate assessments.

His numerous hobbies include DJ’ing, Fishing, Off-roading, Kayaking, Singing, Guitar and Drums. He has recently begun writing a graphic, post-apocalyptic novel.

Scott has two children with whom he spends as much time as possible, teaching them about music and woodworking, although it seems that gaming is definitely where their passions lie!

Scott Crawford

Healthy Homes Assessor | Greater Auckland

Ryan Lowry

Healthy Homes Assessor
ryan@allclear.nz
027 303 5228

Ryan saw the light and headed north on SH1, waving twenty seven years in Hamilton goodbye. Ryan attended and rowed for Hamilton Boys High School. He was a member of their successful rowing programme - winning the Service to Rowing award in his final year.

Ryan joined All Clear as a Healthy Homes Assessor and will use his strong eye for detail and broad construction knowledge to complete accurate assessments.

Outside of work Ryan has a strong passion for mountain biking and running, completing the Taupo Marathon in 2016. He also has a love for travelling and has set foot in twenty six countries.

Ryan Lowry

Healthy Homes Assessor | Greater Auckland

Mark Bouvet

Healthy Homes Assessor
mark@allclear.nz
027 327 7841

Mark joins the Healthy Homes Assessment team with experience in a wide range of roles, most recently in the construction sector where he oversaw Health and Safety Management and management of commercial and residential projects.

Mark served nineteen years in the NZ Police, seventeen of these as a Detective/Sergeant working in and managing various investigative squads. He received numerous commendations and awards during his career.

On leaving the Police Mark owned and operated two award winning restaurants in Canterbury. When these were disrupted by the earthquakes, Mark took up various roles in the construction industry leading him to Auckland where he has now lived for five years. Marks broad experience has taught him the importance of attention to detail and the value of clear and concise communication and he brings both of these skills to the role of assessor.

Mark has a wide variety of interests including golf, tennis, reading and socialising with friends. He is an avid rugby fan. No matter how long he lives in Auckland he will never stop supporting his beloved Canterbury Crusaders!

Mark Bouvet

Healthy Homes Assessor | Greater Auckland

Dan Friar

Field Technician | Greater Auckland

Miles Keven

Healthy Homes Assessor
miles@allclear.nz
027 239 4113

Before joining All Clear Miles was in telecommunications, specialising in cable networks and rural broadband. For the last twenty years he has lived in the small north-Auckland town of Wellsford, where he and his wife Cathleen raised three children while renovating a rambling villa from 1920, which they still call home.

In his spare time, Miles loves to indulge his passion for hiking, particularly in the picturesque Dome Valley near where he lives, or on the many bush-clad trails of the Waitakere Ranges near Auckland. Miles has a passion for music which came from being raised in a musical family, where his dad was a professional drummer, and his favourite genre is 50s and 60s Jazz. Another favourite pursuit is classic cars, and at present, he is restoring a 1947 Ford V8.

Miles has always enjoyed the customer service aspect of his work, and looks forward to bringing this to his customers at All Clear.

Miles Keven

Healthy Homes Assessor | Northland & Rodney

Xavier Rice

Field Technician | Greater Auckland

Mark Opida

Healthy Homes Assessor
mark.o@allclear.nz

Mark joins the team at All Clear as a Healthy Homes Assessor, with 5 past years of experience working as an IT Technician for one of New Zealands leading security companies.

Mark studied Computer Engineering and holds a Diploma in Business Management, his passion for providing excellent customer service and continually wanting to improve has made him a valued member of all past and present workplaces. Marks approach to work has been well recognized by his colleagues for being genuine, efficient and having the ability to work well under pressure.

Mark is a keen outdoor enthusiast and when he has the chance is exploring New Zealand’s beautiful backyard with his partner and doing outdoor activities like tramping and Bike riding. Mark is also an avid sports supporter and enjoys watching Basketball and MMA.

Mark Opida

Healthy Homes Assessor | Greater Auckland