Rise Global

Our Story Rise Global is a 100% indigenous-owned and operated coaching and leadership development organization based in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Its core team is composed of Māori and Pacific Island women who bring diverse industry, community, and tribal expertise to their work. The organization exists to transform the lives of indigenous women and their families, placing community above course numbers and purpose above profitability. Indigenous coaching from an indigenous worldview is its unique place in the global leadership landscape, combining internationally recognized standards with deep cultural responsiveness. Programs & Trainings 🎓 Tahi Indigenous Coach Training — The first Indigenous and ICF-accredited coach training program in the world, delivered 100% online for aspiring coaches joining from anywhere globally. 🎓 Tahi Winnipeg, Canada (2026) — Exclusive in-person Indigenous coach training intensive led by Rachel Petero. 🎓 Tahi Red Deer, Canada (2026) — Exclusive in-person Indigenous coach training intensive led by Rachel Petero. 🎓 Pou Hine Coaching and Leadership Programme — A structured journey for indigenous women following the Tōpū, Tahi, and Tua curriculum to enhance natural leadership style. 🎓 Ako Personalized Coaching — One-to-one coaching journey with indigenous and internationally trained ICF coaches for individualized support. 🎓 1:1 Coaching with Rachel Petero — Indigenous-centered executive coaching for indigenous women leaders globally; delivered by an ICF PCC certified coach. 🎓 1:1 Coaching with Te Huamanuka Crown — Indigenous-led coaching dedicated to supporting indigenous women. 🎓 1:1 Coaching with Victoria Adams — Indigenous-led coaching utilizing the Tupu Tahi model; delivered by an ICF ACC certified coach. 🎓 1:1 Coaching with Italy Ngaropo — Hauora and wellness coaching specifically focused on supporting young mothers to prioritize their wellbeing. 🎓 TŌPŪ Cultural Consulting Services — Organizational and team leadership development designed for businesses seeking culturally grounded consulting. 🎓 IWI 2026 for Indigenous Women in Industry — A dedicated gathering for indigenous women in industry held in Vancouver. 🎓 Mana Whakatōpū Leadership Journey — A group leadership and coaching program designed for roopu (teams and communities). 🎓 Professional Supervision — Culturally responsive, outcome-focused supervision for coaches and leaders, setting a benchmark for reflective practice. Specialties 🎯 Indigenous coach training and ICF certification pathways 🎯 Indigenous women's leadership and executive development 🎯 Cultural consulting for organizations, teams, and businesses 🎯 Professional supervision for coaches and leaders 🎯 Hauora (wellness) and holistic wellbeing coaching 🎯 Business coaching for indigenous women entrepreneurs 🎯 Community-centered group coaching and roopu development Methods & Approach Rise Global integrates an indigenous worldview with international coaching standards, utilizing curricula such as Tōpū, Tahi, and Tua, alongside specialized models like Tupu Tahi. The approach is deeply relational, culturally responsive, and values-led, emphasizing reflective practice, authentic leadership, and integrity. Programs are designed to provide safe, affirming spaces that develop capable and authentic indigenous leaders through community-based learning rather than transactional course delivery. Who It's For Indigenous women seeking personal and professional transformation; aspiring indigenous coaches wanting an ICF-accredited pathway taught from an indigenous perspective; indigenous women leaders and executives globally; young mothers prioritizing hauora and wellness; businesses and teams requiring indigenous-centered cultural consulting and leadership development; and established coaches and advisors seeking professional supervision that is culturally grounded and outcome focused. Facilities & Practical Info Headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, with training delivered both in-person and via a 100% online global format accessible from anywhere in the world. In-person intensives are offered in Canada (Winnipeg and Red Deer). Events such as IWI 2026 are hosted in Vancouver. Program scheduling varies by offering; prospective participants should consult the website for upcoming cohort dates and application windows. Location Address: 70 Randolph Street, Eden Terrace, Auckland 1010, New Zealand Hours: See website for schedule The "+" ✅ 100% indigenous-owned and operated by Māori and Pacific Island women ✅ Home to Tahi, the first Indigenous and ICF-accredited coach training program in the world ✅ Community-over-numbers philosophy ensuring relational, high-touch development ✅ Globally accessible online programming combined with in-person intensives in North America