Dr Bridget Leonard

Dr Bridget Leonard, of Auckland has a professional health and science background specialising in physiotherapy, biomedical research, and sports anti‑doping. She is a Scientific Expert Consultant in sport anti‑doping to international organisations and previously served as Science Manager at Drug Free Sport NZ, where she led the introduction of science‑based athlete testing. Dr Leonard brings strong governance experience, including as Chair of Harbour Sport and Chair of Canoe Slalom New Zealand, and holds a PhD in Physiology. Dr Leonard brings extensive experience in anti-doping, including work with international and domestic sporting bodies and sound sector knowledge.