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Barbara Wonglyn

| BEST Graduate
Barbara is the front-line face and voice of BEST.
Her role as Receptionist in the New Lynn campus has earned
her the reputation of one that calms all storms. Recognising
her need to keep learning she was encouraged by her children
who had also studied at BEST. The Christian Studies programme
helped her become more assertive and confident.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
Barbaras goal is to be inwardly strong and outwardly
effective
Certificate in Christian Studies Level 3
Receptionist & Customer Services, BEST Waitakere
Live and love life to the full. Take
a hold of every opportunity that
may come your way.
-Barbara Wonglyn
Opportunity
Ben Tamarua
| BEST Graduate
Focused and passionate, Ben wants to make a difference
in education and his community. Studying at BEST has been a
bridge to his teaching degree, widened his knowledge and
enabled him to start thinking and acting like a teacher.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To live in the Cook Islands and run his own youth programmes
Certificate in Foundation Education (Teaching) Level 4 - BEST
Certificate in Youth Work Level 4 - Praxis
Studying: a of Bachelor of Education at Te Wananga o Aotearoa
Be the change you want to see
in the community
-Ben Tamarua
Change
Carlos Faamatau
| BEST Graduate
Carlos set out to succeed in education after leaving
school in year 11 with no NCEA. Despite some early
set-backs, he followed the advice of his tutors at BEST Youth
Academy and has exceeded his goals. In two years he went
from zero qualifications to having NCEA Level 3, NZQA Level 3
and Level 5 and a great job.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
Be a Manager in the Telecommunications Industry
Certificate in Business Administration Level 3: NCEA Level 3
National Diploma in Business Level 5
Business Customer Care Representative (Telecommunications)
Think about what you want and
chase your dream
-Carlos Faamatau
Dream
Eli Faamatau
| BEST Graduate
Getting to the front of the job queue was Elis initial motivation
to study at BEST way back in 1992. Elis success has made him
a positive role model for his family and encouraged them to enrol
at BEST. With a great management role and lots of opportunities
ahead he is passionate about the value of education.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
Increase the number of people that BEST can help, so
that they can be positive, influential leaders
Career Directions
National Diploma in Business Level 5
BEST Pasifika Leadership Academy
Sales Manager for BEST Pacific Institute of Education
Be the best that you can be
-Eli Faamatau
Potential
Ema Piutau
| BEST Graduate
The first in her family to graduate with a degree,
Ema started her tertiary studies at BEST. Hard work,
commitment and perseverance have been key to her success
and have made her a role model for family and friends,
empowering them to pursue their dreams and goals.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To own her own law firm
To bring about change and make a difference in
peoples lives
Certificate in Business Administration Level 4
Bachelor of Law - University of Auckland
Prime Ministers Award Winner 2013
Public Defence Lawyer
I believe there is power in
knowledge and education
-Ema Piutau
Power
Emie Robertson
| BEST Graduate
Emies parents migrated from Samoa to seek a better future
for their children. Unsure of what to study, Emie was drawn to
BEST where she gained both a qualification and the confidence
to pursue a degree and exciting career opportunities. Emie is on track
to make her mark in face to face and online business.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To own her own company
Travel and work overseas
Study Digital Marketing & Information Technology
Certificate in Business Administration Level 4 - BEST
Bachelor of Applied Science - AUT
Diploma in International Trade NZ School of Export
Prime Ministers Award Winner 2012
Marketing and Database Coordinator
Education is the key to
unlocking it
- Emie Robertson
Success
Gina Reihana
| BEST Graduate
Gina is passionate about computer science and is well on her way
to achieving her dream of becoming a computer analyst. Studying
at BEST has reignited her dreams. And along the way she has
made education a family affair choosing to study at BEST with her
two sons.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
Complete a Bachelors Degree in Computer Systems and
work as a Computer Analyst
Diploma in Computing Level 5
Gina will be graduating November 2014 and is on track to
enrol at Unitec in a Bachelor of Computing
Keep your mind open and think
before you act
- Gina Reihana
Think
Jennifer Masaga
| BEST Graduate
Wanting the best for my family is how Jennifer describes
her motivation to return to study. The flexibility of BESTs
programmes helped her juggle study and family commitments.
She was eager to work so the BEST People Team organised work
experience for her at a Health Care provider where she found
permanent employment.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
Be promoted and become the best recruiter
Be a senior manager
Certificate in Business and Administration Level 4
National Diploma in Business Level 5
Recruitment Consultant in the Health Care Industry
Studying: Bachelor of Applied Management - Open Polytech
Know what you want
and go for it
- Jennifer Masaga
Future
Jimmy Tofa-Sua
| BEST Graduate
Jimmy has a long and successful history with BEST
stretching back to 2002 as a business student. Now he has
returned as a staff member and his success and love of learning
is inspiring BEST students to achieve their goals. His ultimate
goal is to complete a Doctorate in Information Technology.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
Complete his Degree in Computer Science
Teach Information Technology
Certificate in Business Administration Level 4 - BEST
National Diploma in Business Level 5 - BEST
Certificate in Freight Forwarding Level 4 - BEST
National Diploma in Computing level 5 & 6 - NZSE
Facilitator Niu Malaga Programme, BEST Pacific Institute of Education
Committing yourself to hard
work will allow you to achieve
your dreams
- Jimmy Tofa-Sua
Commit
Jo Moors
| BEST Graduate
The confidence and the self-belief to apply for jobs that
she thought were beyond her capabilities are a legacy of Jos
time at BEST and have been key to her success. BEST gave
me the confidence and ability to back myself in the decisions I
make at work and at home.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To take a lead role in the development of large multi-million
dollar national tenders
To become a director for a non-profit organisation
Certificate in Business Administration Level 4
Key Account Relationship Manager for a global property
service company
You get out of life what you put
into it. Hard work, determination
and a good attitude
- Jo Moors
Attitude
Prime Ministers Award Winner 2012
John Herman
| BEST Graduate
John is proof that you are never too old for learning.
After 20 years working at a power station in Nauru he came to
NZ with hopes of a better job, but lack of qualifications made
this difficult. At BEST John is being helped to get qualifications
and a job.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
A good job and salary and the opportunity to study for a
Finance Degree
Certificate in Freight Forwarding Level 4
Studying: National Diploma in Business Level 5
Certificate in Christian Studies Level 3
Never give up. Never too old.
Just keep on
- John Herman
Persistence
Jordan Tuigamala
| BEST Graduate
Getting a qualification under his belt was Jordans big break.
Without my certificate I wouldnt have a career path and I
would just be doing odd jobs. Now he has a great career in the
Freight Industry and lots of opportunity.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
A career as a customs broker
Certificate in Freight Forwarding Level 4 - BEST
Certificate in Fitness Foundation - AUT
Company Cadet in the freight forwarding industry
Professional Boxer
Take every opportunity that
comes your way as a blessing
- Jordan Tuigamala
Opportunity
Katerina Aati
| BEST Graduate
Katerina is working as a flight attendant, jet setting
between the Pacific Islands and New Zealand. She praises BEST
for their belief in her and kick-starting her flight to aviation
success. She got her job ahead of hundreds of girls who had
applied for the role.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To be her own boss
Open her own hotels in Samoa and New Zealand
Certificate in Travel and Tourism Level 3 - BEST
Certificate in Airline, Travel, Tourism & International
Flight attending Level 3 - Sir George Seymour College
National Certificate in Travel Level 4 - Sir George Seymour College
International Cabin Crew/Flight Attendant
Education opens so many doors
and opportunities in your life
- Katerina Aati
Choice
Maselusi Amiatu
| BEST Graduate
Pursuing his dream to become a minister with the
Presbyterian Church has become a reality for Maselusi since
completing the Certificate in Christian Studies. He has been
ordained as a lay preacher and has gained confidence to enrol
in a Bachelor of Divinity.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To gain his PhD in Theology, with the aim of one day being a
lecturer
Certificate in Christian Studies Level 3 - LOGOS
Certificate in Theology - Grace Theological College
Studying: Bachelors Degree in Divinity, Pacific Theological
College, Fiji
Dispatch Coordinator in the Car industry
Education is very important
because to help others you must
first help yourself
- Maselusi Amiatu
Knowledge
Mario Faumui
| PIPA Graduate
Mario is living his dream to be on stage and to be a STAR.
Studying at PIPA was a big step in terms of physical and mental
preparation for the real world - teaching him to let go and be
fearless. And his proud parents are his biggest fans.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To write and direct his own films, with the ultimate goal of
having a Pacific story winning an Oscar
Diploma in Pacific and Performing Arts Level 5
Researcher/ Writer/ Director for Fresh, a young adult
programme which features talented Pacific Islanders
Know what you want and love
what you do. Dont be afraid to be
amazing!
- Mario Faumui
Amazing
Mele Vea
| BEST Graduate
Mele found courage to defy the odds and succeed after
disappointing results at high school. Finding her place at BEST
was easy- the tutors believed in her. Meles studies have set her
up for a bright future in business. BESTs supportive environment
helped her build her confidence and gain University entrance.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
A career in business management and the opportunity to
work overseas
Certificate in Business Administration Level 3: NCEA Level 3
National Diploma in Business Level 5
Studying: Bachelors of Business, majoring in International
Business and Tourism Business - AUT
With God all things are possible.
Believe that you can succeed
- Mele Vea
Possible
BEST Prime Ministers Award Winner 2013
Melelatai Naipuka
| BEST Graduate
Meles parents motivated her to continue her education
and reach her full potential. She credits them, her tutors and her
friends at BEST Youth Academy for putting her on the path to
academic and career success. They encouraged me 100%.
Mele is looking forward to sharing her success with her parents.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To complete a Masters Degree before she is 27
Certificate in Business Administration Level 3: NCEA Level 3
National Diploma in Business Level 5
Studying: Bachelor of Business, majoring in Marketing and
Management - Unitec
Use your parents or your family
as motivation
- Melelatai Naipuka
Motivation
Patrick Lepua
| BEST Graduate
Doors have opened since Patrick gained his freight qualification.
Opportunities that he though he would never get. Completing an
awesome CV with BEST People helped him get started in the
freight industry, and now he has a permanent job and lots of
choices and options.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
A management role in the Freight Industry
Certificate in Freight Forwarding Level 4
Permanently employed in the Freight Industry.
Studying: Diploma in Business Level 5 - BEST
No struggle. No triumph
- Patrick Lepua
Triumph
Poulima Salima
| BEST Graduate
Composing and conducting the first ever Pacific musical
The Factory is a major achievement. Music has always been a
part of Poulimas life - at church and at home. His parents
instilled the seeds to work hard and aim high. Graduating from
BEST was Poulimas bridge to university.

Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To build up his music company Salima Music,
Work internationally and compose music for a blockbuster
movie
Certificate in Business Administration Level 4
Bachelor in Music (Hon) University of Auckland
Director/Composer/Educator and Business owner - Salima Music
Work hard. Be disciplined and
focused.
- Poulima Salima
Discipline
Mayor of Auckland Award Winner 2013
Telesia McFall
| BEST Graduate
The dream to gain a degree and be positive role model
for her son brought Telesia to BEST. With no qualifications she
was starting from square one, but with the support of the BEST
family, her husband and her mother in-law she has done it.
She is living proof that it pays to dream big and never give up.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To be a Probation Officer so she can work with the community
To study Law
National Diploma in Business Level 5
Bachelor of Communications Unitec
Corrections Officer
Information Technology Tutor
Always believe in yourself.
Dream BIG! Have faith and have
something to hope for
- Telesia McFall
Believe
Thomas Natoealofa
| PIPA Graduate
A household name and a familiar face on both stage
and screen, Tom is a PIPA success story. In what can be a
tough industry he credits PIPA with supporting him to finish his
qualification and to think out side the box to create ongoing
work in the industry.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
To continue to grow my career in the television and the
creative industries
Diploma in Pacific and Performing Arts Level 5
TV Presenter
BEST Life Coordinator
Complete what you have set out
to complete no matter what life
throws at you
- Thomas Natoealofa
Commit
Taiana Faingaa
| BEST Graduate
Studying at BEST has given Taiana career choices and options.
A mother of two young girls she chose BEST because of its
e-learning programme and flexible classes. And BEST People helped
her find a great job with opportunity for career growth and promotion.
Goal:
Qualification:
Career:
A management role in the Health Industry to help Pacific
people succeed and achieve a better future
National Diploma in Administration Level 5
Talent Acquisition Consultant Recruitment within the
Health Industry
Education is the stepping stone
to success and a brighter future.
- Taiana Faingaa
Education

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