Profile
Dynamic Maori Media Expert
Julian Wilcox (Ngāpuhi, Te Arawa) is an award winning broadcaster, a former television executive and local industry veteran. One of Māori Television’s founding members, Wilcox’s prolific presence has played a vital role in the amplification of Māoricentric media for some 30 years now. With no end in sight. A true media stalwart, Julian fronted TVNZ’s Te Karere and Māori Televison’s award-winning Native Affairs — plus a number of media production, academic and management roles, including Chief Officer of Operations for Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu — and is a beloved co-host on The Hui. The Hui, a programme sharing Māori perspectives on current affairs, sees Wilcox call upon his rich, dynamic career to tell stories of Māori development and whānau rangatiratanga, honour whaikōrero, uphold industry standards and engage (heartily) with viewers. Relaxed and professional in virtually any setting, Julian Wilcox speaks with an informed optimism — both in English and te reo Māori. A seasoned MC and speaker, esteemed host and key player in Māori media, humble Julian Wilcox is unmatched in experience, likeability and flair.
Pronoun
He/Him
Ethnicity
Māori
Iwi
Ngā Puhi, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Te Arawa
Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Skills
Compere/MC, Debator, Keynote Speaker, Live Performance Host, Panellist
Interests
Broadcasting, Current Affairs, Food & Wine, History, Producing, Research, Social Services, Sport, Travel
Social Links
Event Highlights
| 2025 | Cancer Society Research and Innovation Conference, Cancer Society of New Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division - MC | ||
| 2024 | Amotai Navigate 2024, Auckland Council - MC | ||
| 2024 | Fieldays Māori Agri-Sector & New Zealand Agritech Event, Callaghan Innovation - MC | ||
| 2024 | Infrastructure Symposium, Te Waihanga - MC | ||
| 2024 | NZPF Moot, New Zealand Principal Federation - MC | ||
| 2023 | Amotai Annual Navigate Summit, Auaha - MC | ||
| 2023 | NZ Drug Foundation Symposium, NZ Drug Foundation - MC | ||
| 2022 | Agri-Food Tech Summit, The Conference Company - MC | ||
| 2022 | Annual Public Service Leader's Summit, Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission - MC | ||
| 2022 | DIA Digital Summit, The Department of Internal Affairs - MC | ||
| 2022 | Hospice New Zealand Conference, Composition - MC | ||
| 2022 | The Context: Asia-Pacific Summit, University of Otago - MC | ||
| 2022 | Understanding Risk 2022, Conference & Events - MC | ||
| 2022 | Up Education Forum, Up Education - MC | ||
| 2021 | Annual Public Service Leader's Summit, Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission - MC | ||
| 2021 | Australia New Zealand Society of Evidence Based Policing Conference 2021, NZ Police - MC | ||
Testimonials (4)
Martin Witt | Cancer Prevention & ResearchThe Cancer Society was delighted to have Julian facilitate our strategic Roundtable. He was exceptionally well-prepared, receptive to our briefings, and deeply engaged with participants from across the cancer network. Julian expertly guided the discussion, ensuring all voices were heard, insights were brought together, and clear outcomes were achieved. His ability to keep the conversation focused and productive was invaluable. We would highly recommend Julian as a facilitator and look forward to working with him again.
Southern Cancer Society Conference 2025
Southern Cancer Society