
Aaron Pedersen
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From pandemics to boardrooms, resilience and leadership in action
Adventurers · Environment & Climate Change · Leadership
Speaking fee
Available. $8k+Currently taking bookings. Wellington
Dr John Ryan McLane is an internationally experienced public health leader and Executive Director of the Asia-Pacific Alliance for the Control of Influenza (APACI).
Over two decades, he has managed public health responses in the Alaskan Arctic, led Ebola treatment teams in Sierra Leone, supported Pacific nations after natural disasters, and advised governments across New Zealand and beyond.
A consultant in disaster response, leadership, and team dynamics, he offers insights forged in some of the world’s most complex environments.
With a PhD on the 1918 influenza pandemic, John bridges history, science, and strategy to help organisations adapt and thrive in times of crisis.
Travel and accommodation are quoted separately at cost for events outside Wellington. Virtual sessions are usually priced below the band above.

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