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About us
At the heart of LEAP Leadership are Joe Hitchcock and Jamie Tong - two leaders who are deeply passionate about helping others navigate the complex challenges of leadership. Their drive comes from a simple truth: they've seen firsthand how individuals, teams, and organisations struggle to unlock their full leadership potential. From Olympic & Paralympics gold-winning organisations to grassroots not-for-profits, Joe and Jamie have dedicated their careers to helping people overcome these challenges, grow in confidence, and become the best leaders they can be.
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Their approach is shaped by their lived experience in the sport sector, where the stakes are high, and the lessons are powerful. They’ve taken those lessons - from culture, strategy, resilience, and teamwork - and translated them into leadership development that can work for anyone wanting to grow and improve. Harnessing the transformational power of sport, they deliver leadership programmes that help people and teams not only meet the challenges they face but rise above them.
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Ready to dive in? Meet Joe and Jamie, the passionate leaders behind LEAP Leadership.
Joe Hitchcock
Joe Hitchcock brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to leadership development, shaped by his diverse roles across the sport, not-for-profit, and government sectors in both New Zealand and Canada.
With a proven track record of driving impact and change, Joe has led organisations to new heights - whether through securing multimillion-dollar investments for international events or advocating for integrity on the global sport stage.
As the former Chief Executive of Badminton New Zealand, Joe's leadership was instrumental in building the capability and driving growth, showcasing his ability to lead complex projects with precision and care.
His journey began at the community level, where he quickly rose through the ranks to manage national portfolios and international teams, always with a focus on empowering others and building sustainable success.
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Joe's passion for leadership is grounded in a desire to help others unlock their potential. He understands the challenges leaders face at every level, and he is dedicated to providing the tools, strategies, and support they need to thrive.
Joe holds a Master’s in Sport Management from Massey University and a history of recognised achievements, including the New Zealand Sport & Recreation Awards Future Leader Award.
Jamie Tong
Jamie Tong is a seasoned practitioner in leadership, strategy development, and organisational performance, with a career that spans from grassroots community sport to the highest levels of sport performance.
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His journey has seen him lead organisations through complex changes, drive strategic initiatives, and foster the development of individuals and teams across New Zealand’s sport sector and beyond.
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Before co-founding HT Consulting in 2021, Jamie held leadership roles including Chief Executive of Squash New Zealand and various strategic positions within national sporting bodies.
His experience also extends to human resources in large state-owned enterprises, where he specialised in employee engagement and team development. This diverse background has given Jamie a unique perspective on what it takes to lead effectively in different contexts.
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Jamie is known for his ability to quickly understand each person's specific challenges and to communicate clear, practical strategies for overcoming them.
Whether working with Olympic organisations or local community groups, Jamie brings the same level of dedication and insight, helping people turn their goals into actionable plans and real outcomes.