Sam Aschebrock

Kia ora, I’m Sam based in Aotearoa/New Zealand! I’m a recent graduate from the University of Auckland specialising in Marine Science and Commerce (unusual I know). I have quite a unique background working across New Zealand’s scientific, corporate and primary industries. My journey has taken me from the very bottom of the country in Rakiura working on Chinook Salmon Farms all the way to top and everything in between in Whangārei, working on land-based Kingfish farms, to ensure a sustainable future for New Zealand’s seafood.

Additionally, I’ve had the opportunity to continue ongoing work with local hapū to actively monitor the nation’s first Marine Garden (Super Exciting!), and start working for one of NZ’s largest banks to better understand the financial aspects of conservation (as every project no matter how big or small needs funding to run, thus understanding this is essential in producing long-lasting change).

Outside of my mahi (work) I’m a big enthusiast of spearfishing and endurance events, having completed multiple ultramarathons over 100km and raising thousands of dollars for local rescue services. I’m now currently training for my largest feat yet, the UTMB, a 176km alpine ultramarathon in Europe spanning three countries.