Independent board secretarial support that strengthens your governance
Supporting boards and professional organisations across New Zealand with independent, specialist board secretarial and governance support
Governance should not be improvised.
One Echo Alpha provides independent board secretarial services to boards and incorporated societies operating in regulated, medical, legal, defence, and other high-accountability environments. We bring structure, discretion, and reliability to every board meeting.
Professional governance requires professional support
Your time as a Chair, CEO, or senior executive is finite and valuable. Yet board administration, meeting coordination, document preparation, and follow-up actions are often squeezed between other priorities - pulling you away from strategic leadership, client relationships, and the work only you can do.
You need confidence that your board processes are handled properly.
One Echo Alpha provides independent board secretarial and governance support to boards and professional organisations operating in regulated, medical, legal, defence, and other high-accountability environments.
Specialist board support, structured around your organisation.
Board Secretarial Services
Accurate minutes, structured agendas, and reliable follow-through to keep your board running properly.
Governance Administration & Advisory Support
Practical governance support that strengthens compliance and improves board effectiveness.
Executive Assistance
Senior administrative support for board-level coordination and communication.
15+
Boards supported
10+
Years of governance experience
100+
Meetings supported annually
Founded by Kathryn Hill, One Echo Alpha brings nearly two decades of military and executive experience to independent board secretarial and governance support.
After 18 years as a Supply Officer in the Royal New Zealand Navy, Kathryn established One Echo Alpha to provide structured, professional support to boards and executives operating in high-accountability environments. Her approach combines integrity, discretion, and a deep understanding of how effective governance protects organisations.
What our clients think - and why they love working with One Echo Alpha
From a CEOs perspective, when there are competing priorities for my time and attention, Kat has been my rock to coordinate my diary and ensure I am as productive and efficient as possible.
Warner Cowin, CEO and Founder
Height Project Management
Kat's pragmatism, people skills, and her management and administrative experience mean that she quickly deals with any organisational task.
Des Ashton, Defence consultant
Ashton Technologies Ltd
Board support should give you confidence, not create more work.
If you are unsure whether independent board secretarial support is right for your organisation, a short conversation can clarify what is needed and where the gaps may be. Book a confidential call to discuss your board structure, expectations, and requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Want a little more info before you book a call?
Are you based in New Zealand?
Yes - all our staff are currently based in Canterbury. However, our clients are based in Auckland, Wellington, and Blenheim, so we provide support all over New Zealand!
Can you work in-person at my office?
Generally we support our clients remotely, however we can provide in-person Board Support in the Canterbury area.
We prefer video calls over phone calls, and are happy to regularly chat to keep that face-to-face relationship strong.
Can't I just get AI to do your job?!
Artificial Intelligence is developing quicker than anyone could have anticipated. While there are significant benefits to using AI, there are important factors that need to be considered. One Echo Alpha works hard to keep abreast of the current AI trends in order to advise our clients on the best way to harness this incredible technology in a safe (and commercially appropriate) way.
What hours do you work?
Each of our VAs works the hours that suit them and their levels of energy throughout the day. We discuss any specific time requirements (meetings etc) with our clients right from the start to arrange the best schedule. We value flexibility in working hours while ensuring we meet the clients' deadlines.
What security measures do you have in place?
Our team work at an Unclassified level only, unless given access to internal systems where needed. We use a paid password management tool, and all our VAs sign NDAs and confidentiality agreements. We do NOT use artificial intelligence (AI) unless directed by or agreed with the Client.
We can discuss any specific security concerns you may have during a discovery call.
What if I need to increase my hours?
Your package is based on the minimum hours you need a month, and unused hours do not roll over to the next month. Based on your VA's availability, with prior arrangement we can generally accommodate a temporary increase in hours to support an event or staff absence at your end. If needed, our other VAs can step in to assist.
If you require a permanent increase in hours, we can review your package and amend it as required.
What is your favourite tipple?
Kat is very fond a gin martini... dry with a twist 😃
Ready for structured board support?
If you are considering independent support, book a call and we'll begin with a confidential discussion about your requirements and expectations.
Director
Kathryn Hill
Phone: +64 27 699 3522
Email: kathryn@oneechoalpha.co.nz
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