This is my first report as chairperson and what a sense of responsibility comes to mind.

Everything in my life has led me to this point and it feels right. I have the utmost respect for the previous chairpersons I know and have known. Their commitment to Reiki has been inspirational and I hope to continue the lineage. I appreciate the support of the current committee, and I am looking forward to working with all of them. I have already witnessed the experience and abilities creating a synergy when working together. Some initiatives are nearing completion and will benefit all members. I recognise leadership is very much like Reiki, it works best when one is out of the road.

A special thank you to the conference organising committee and all the members who attended. The Waipuna Hotel and Conference Centre proved to be an excellent choice of venue for the 2024 Reiki Biennial Conference. The speakers were impressive and informative.

There was much to learn from the insights from the history of Reiki through to professional interactions with hospitals today. I am personally looking forward to trying Veda's techniques to expose the intelligence of water. I have only heard positive reports, and the conference was a great success.

The Board meet monthly via zoom and they relished the opportunity to get together in person before the conference. This was a very productive strategic planning meeting. We reflected on how meeting regularly via zoom has provided opportunities to have representation from all over the country. I am the first chairperson to come from the South Island. Even though we would love to meet more regularly in person, the Board is aware of the practical necessity to meet online.

There is the Southland Reiki Retreat coming up in November which will be over by the time you read this.

On behalf of Reiki NZ, I hope that you all have an enjoyable holiday season, and may the New Year bring you even more Reiki blessings than you had this year.

Regards

Simon Greig

chairperson@reiki.org.nz