About Strategic Blue Consulting
Strategic Blue Consulting is an Aotearoa New Zealand-based firm specialising in emergency management, community resilience, and organisational capability development. We are driven by a shared belief in the power of proactive planning, compassionate leadership, and continuous improvement to build stronger, safer communities.
With a combined background in policing, civil defence, social services, and community development, our team brings a unique blend of strategic insight and grounded experience. We’ve worked across local and central government, emergency services, and NGOs—offering our clients practical guidance that’s informed by decades of operational reality.
We take a relational approach to our work—prioritising trust, collaboration, and customised support for each organisation we partner with. Whether developing policy frameworks, facilitating emergency exercises, mentoring professionals, or reviewing post-incident responses, we aim to add value that is measurable, meaningful, and enduring.
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Clinton Naude CEM
Clinton Naude CEM has dedicated his career to community service, with over 37 years of experience spanning the South African Police Service and the Bay of Plenty Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) Group. He is a Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) accredited by the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM).
A versatile leader with expertise across tactical, operational, and strategic levels, Clinton has held senior roles including Superintendent in the South African Police Service, and various leadership positions such as Group Manager, Group Controller, for the Bay of Plenty CDEM Group and Director of Emergency Management Bay of Plenty. He also served as President of the Oceania Council for IAEM. Clinton excels in managing complex, high-pressure situations, fostering multi-organisational relationships, and influencing strategic policy development, supported by his strong political awareness.
Driven by a passion for workforce and systems development, Clinton mentors aspiring emergency managers through the IAEM CEM/AEM program and the Social Link For-Purpose Sector Leadership Mentoring Programme. He is committed to building effective collaborations, promoting continuous improvement, and inspiring others to achieve exceptional outcomes.
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Paula Naude MA AEM
Paula Naude is a dedicated leader in community development and emergency management, with a strong track record of working alongside communities to build resilience, connection, and wellbeing. With experience spanning local government, social services, and crisis response, she brings both strategic clarity and deep care to her work.
Paula has recently been elected to as the Vice President of the IAEM Oceania Council, supporting regional collaboration across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific. In this position Paula also fulfils the role of chair of the Oceania Council’s professional development committee.
Her background includes frontline social sector work, leading community initiatives, and overseeing projects such as the development of award-nominated projects like an immersive virtual reality tsunami simulation designed to help communities prepare for emergencies. Paula holds a Masters in Psychology from Massey University, and further qualifications from the University of South Africa.
Paula is known for her ability to bridge strategy and compassion—whether in leadership, project delivery, or mentoring others in the sector. She also offers professional supervision for those in community-facing roles, drawing on her broad experience to support reflective, ethical practice.
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