Our Team

Our volunteer board is proudly made up of a dedicated team of women from diverse backgrounds, all passionate about making a real difference for preemie babies and their families.

Each member brings unique skills, warmth, and unwavering commitment, helping to guide the Premmie Knitting Club’s vision, projects, and fundraising efforts. Together, this group leads by example and inspires our wider network of volunteers throughout Aotearoa.

In addition to our Board, we’re lucky to draw on the skills and experience of wonderful people within our PKC community and personal networks, who generously volunteer their time and talents, helping our club to thrive and reach even more families in need.

  • Courtney Bennett

    FOUNDER & VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBER

    An HR and Communications Guru by day, Courtney is the heart behind PKC, combining her passion for knitting with her commitment to helping premature babies and their families. After her own experience in a NICU, she dreamed of building a supportive community to make those moments a little warmer. Courtney leads the club with vision, compassion, and a cup of tea (in her PKC fundraising mug!) always at hand.

  • Nina McHardy

    VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBER

    Nina shares her vibrant Aussie energy with PKC from her home in Melbourne. As one of our original supporters and cheerleaders, she brings a flair for marketing and experience leading communication and marketing specialists in the construction industry, helping PKC connect with more families and volunteers. Her enthusiasm, creativity, and genuine care for our mission make Nina an invaluable part of our club.

  • Britt Collard

    VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBER

    Britt brings her creative spark and entrepreneurial spirit to PKC, drawing on her experience as the Creative Director of her own brand and design consultancy. She’s passionate about helping PKC shine and connect with even more families. Taught to knit by her Nana, Britt loves nothing more than sharing her handmade creations with premmie babies.

  • Michelle Bennett

    VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBER

    Michelle is Courtney’s mum and a vital part of the PKC team. She dedicates her time to collecting and organising many of the parcels and knitted items that arrive, helping to keep our operations running smoothly. Outside of PKC, Michelle works full-time at Benefitz and also serves as a board member for another not-for-profit organisation, Abilities. Her commitment to community and knack for getting things done make her invaluable to our club.

  • Natalie Iogha

    CREATIVE CONSULTANT

    Natalie is PKC’s knitting rockstar and beloved former board member, now sharing her expertise as our creative consultant. She’s designed custom patterns for our knitters, making it easy to create and donate beautiful pieces to PKC. With training from the Royal School of Needlework and a degree in Visual Arts, plus years managing Morris & Sons in Australia, Nat brings loads of creativity and skill to everything she does for our club.

  • Catherine Baker

    CHRISTCHURCH HUB LEADER

    Catherine leads PKC’s Christchurch Hub, where the team lovingly collects, sorts, and delivers knitted gifts to neonatal units across the South Island. As a mum to premmie babies herself, Catherine truly understands the comfort a handmade creation can bring to families during their NICU journey. With a background in business management and community leadership, she’s passionate about helping PKC support more whānau when they need it most.