The NZIDT Executive consists of a President and a National Executive Committee of between six and eight members. Our Executive represents long-term expertise and experience in the full range of dental technologies, both in New Zealand and internationally. Best contact through the Secretariat using this email address admin@nzidt.org.nz
President: Ryan Carlton
I’m really enjoying my time on the executive, being involved in the day to day decisions that go on behind the scenes does make it worthwhile. I feel I still have a lot to contribute to our organisation.
There are some potential turbulent times ahead, especially with the recertification process rapidly approaching. I want to be directly involved with this process as it will have a huge affect to us all.
Contact: Ph 03 385 5517
Immediate Past President: Brent Norton
My interest is in helping take the Dental Technology industry forward and making our chosen career the best it can be. My experience in most facets of dental technology and clinical dental technology has given me a well-rounded understanding of the industry. I consider myself to be someone who can objectively look at all areas of dental technology, and represent them all fairly.
Contact Ph 04 566 0627
Vice President: Akruti Tataria
My passion and vision for our industry motivates me to take on the role of an NZIDT Member. I am aware of the continuous developments taking place in dental technology and the way this affects our practise and our patients. By being on the executive I hope to bring a fresh, contemporary perspective on the issues that surround our field and to work to make the industry the best it can be. I am a very approachable. outspoken individual who sees this as an opportunity to take the industry forward and make valuable contributions to dental technology in New Zealand.
Treasurer and Executive member: Derryn Brunton
I have been in the dental industry for over 30 years. I did a dental technician apprenticeship in the Armed Forces in the early 80s and a PGDipCDT in 2003 at Otago University. I have worked in a number of laboratories here and overseas in those years and for the last 10 years I have had a successful clinical practice in Hamilton. I am passionate about our industry and during my time on the executive committee will endeavour to represent our industry and our members to the best of my ability. I am very strong on communication so please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or issues.
Contact: Ph 07 853 7412
Executive member: Khaled Bibi
Khaled Bibi is a Clinical Dental Technician, running his private denture clinic and laboratory in his hometown Palmerston North, associate of a long standing boutique dental surgery.
Khaled is very passionate towards all aspects of DT and CDT. He prides himself on work quality, boutique service, personalized patient care and natural customized dentures, along with working very closely with prosthodontists and other dental specialists in full arch rehabilitations using implants.
As a member of the NZIDT executive my aim is to help the progress of our scopes and quality of removable prosthodontics in NZ, along with wanting to keep laboratory work local in NZ.
Recently honored to be nominated for two new positions with the Otago University Faculty of Dentistry as a member of the Postgraduate CDT advisory group and the Undergraduate DT advisory group representing our NZIDT members and hoping to strengthen the link between the University and our commercial sector.
Contact Ph 021 0318476
Executive member: Joanne Choi
I am a lecturer in Dental Technology at the Faculty of Dentistry,
University of Otago and a currently practicing clinical dental technician in Dunedin. I’m have been training the new dental technology graduates, while
actively involved in research and the professional community. Since 2016, I have been involved in various areas in NZIDT; secretary and co-chair of the NZIDT Otago branch and the NZIDT future working group.
I am passionate about our profession and industry. I want to use my technical, educational and research background in dental technology to contribute to the NZIDT executive, members and the workforce. I want to be an effective bridge between the university and NZIDT to support the professional development of clinical and non-clinical dental technicians and our students.
Contact Ph 03 479 5284
Executive member: Nicolene Griebelaar
Hi, I am Nicky. I am a CDT and I qualified in 2017 from Otago University. My training as a DT ended in 1992 and I have been in the profession since then. I am currently practicing as a CDT/ DT at Dental Solutions in Ellerslie, Auckland.
I immigrated to NZ in 2007 and started working at Dental Solutions in 2008, yes, 12 yrs ago, from which I am still practicing. My commitment and loyalty to my profession is an attribute I will apply to my role as NZIDT exec member.
Executive member: Waverley Nation
I graduated as a technician in 2001 (C.I.T) and as a CDT in 2006 (Otago). I created Auckland Denture Clinic 8 years ago, and compete at the top level of the New Zealand Rally Championship.
Being a mother, a business owner and running a motorsport team means I appreciate time management, the value of the dollar and how to support key people in their roles for the betterment of all. I feel these would be complimentary skills to bring to the executive committee to support and assist the existing members of the NZIDT. I bring no soapbox election promises, no targets or agendas, but will bring a willingness to learn, to question and to work.
Contact Ph 09 625 6202
Executive member: Steve Sharp
Otago grad from 2009, and did full-time clinical in 2011. I’ve worked in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions, and have recently moved down to the Wairarapa, where my wife’s family are from. I was rather social at Otago and was on the Dental Student Executive for 2 years.
I am very keen to be on the NZIDT Executive and be a part of moulding where our profession is going to be heading in the next 5 to 10 years. I would like to see us build a much more collegial relationship with our fellow allied dental heath professionals and work together to get the best possible outcomes for our patients, rather than feeling like we are working against one another.
Digital is what everyone is talking about these days, and with the current uncertain climate, I see there being a great opportunity for us to leverage the new digital technologies coupled with our immense wealth of technical and clinical skills to come out of this situation stronger and tougher than we were before.
I look forward to being a part of our bright and exciting future.