Iain Murray is a former leading airman with the Royal New Zealand Air Force and currently serves as Principal of Hornby High School. Previously, he served as Principal of Westland High School in Hokitika, following leadership roles at Cheviot Area School, Emmanuel Christian School in Christchurch, and a year in Thailand as an Executive Principal.

With more than a decade of leadership experience, Iain has built a reputation as a strong change manager, repeatedly being brought in to turn around struggling schools. Having led major education reforms on the frontline, Iain understands how bureaucracy can get in the way of delivering results. He brings practical experience, accountability, and a strong focus on ensuring resources are directed toward measurable outcomes rather than wasted on unnecessary management layers or ideological projects.