Edwin Liava'a

Interim Chief Executive Officer, Tonga Post

• Leading comprehensive digital transformation and modernization initiatives for Tonga's national postal service
• Implementing innovative technology solutions including blockchain-based traceability systems for postal operations
• Driving organizational restructuring and capacity building to position Tonga Post for the digital economy
• Developing strategic partnerships to enhance service delivery and expand digital infrastructure capabilities
• Managing operational improvements to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction across postal services

Consultant - Individual Contractor, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

• Development of the Ministry of Meteorology, Energy, Information, Disaster Management, Environment, Climate Change & Communications (MEIDECC) Wide Dashboard & Performance Tracking System
• Designing and implementing comprehensive data visualization and performance monitoring solutions for government ministry operations

TNQAB - Accreditation Panel Member

• Member of the Tonga National Qualifications and Accreditation Board (TNQAB) programme accreditation, registration and approval Panel
• Programme accreditation for the Tonga National University (TNU) Bachelor in Information Technology Level 7

TNQAB - Accreditation Panel Member

• Member of the Tonga National Qualifications and Accreditation Board (TNQAB) programme accreditation, registration and approval Panel
• Programme accreditation for the Tupou Tertiary Institute (TTI) Certificate in Information Technology Level 4

Chairman of the Board of Directors, Tonga Cable Ltd

• Providing strategic leadership and governance oversight for Tonga's international fiber optic submarine cable system
• Ensuring sustainable operation and expansion of critical national digital infrastructure
• Driving initiatives to enhance connectivity and digital access across the Kingdom of Tonga
• Leveraging emerging technologies to improve security and management of telecommunications infrastructure

Founder & Full Stack Developer, Pasifika Data Chain

• Building the first blockchain BY Pacific Islanders FOR Pacific Islanders - free, disaster-resilient digital infrastructure under complete community control
• Architected a non-financial blockchain with zero-cost transactions, AI-powered validation, and Proof-of-Authority consensus achieving 60% production efficiency gains
• Deployed FSM Utilities DePIN-GIS (Sept 2025) with 60% faster data collection, 75% fewer errors, 87% AI accuracy, and immutable disaster-proof records
• Developing multi-chain ecosystem (Linea, RootStock, Arbitrum) with integrated payment gateways for Pacific communities
• Founded, audited, and deployed the Pasifika PASI Token to incentivize validators and contributors with compliance-first tokenomics and transparent treasury controls
• Pipeline: Tonga Postal Traceability, MEIDECC Decision Support; Vision: 50+ validators, 10+ applications by 2026

GIS Specialist (International Expert), OCA GLOBAL

• ADB 175726: GRANT-0813 FSM: Renewable Energy Development Project, Disaster Risk Resilience (DRR) Consulting Services (49450-027)
• GIS Additional Support
• Utilities Operations & Preventive Maintenance Systems Development
• Remote sensing analysis for infrastructure monitoring and disaster risk assessment

GIS Specialist - Consultant, OCA GLOBAL

• ADB 175726: GRANT-0813 FSM: Renewable Energy Development Project, Disaster Risk Resilience (DRR) Consulting Services (49450-027)
• Developed disaster risk reduction policies and frameworks for electric utilities in Federated States of Micronesia to identify infrastructure exposure and vulnerability to natural hazards
• Conducted risk assessments through GIS mapping and remote sensing to analyze asset damage likelihood from disasters and prioritize resilience investments
• Provided capacity building to stakeholders staff on methodologies for ongoing disaster vulnerability analysis and risk monitoring

GIS Team Leader, Kahuto Pacific

• Oversee the development, implementation, and management of Geographic Information System (GIS) projects within the Moana Database.
• Lead the team in pioneering the Pacific's first comprehensive geospatial data platform, delivering high-quality LiDAR and imagery data through an intuitive cloud-based portal.
• Empower sustainable development across Pacific Island communities by providing accessible and actionable geospatial data.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the platform meets the needs of governments, utilities, and development organizations.

Satellite Communication Consultant, Dialectica

• Providing independent consultancy in Satellite Communication Market
• Focusing on Fixed and Mobile Internet Access solutions

International Consultant, AlphaSights

• Providing on-demand expert knowledge across various domains
• Helping clients unlock strategic insights

Digital Skills Leadership, Nathan (Cadmus Company)

Objective 4 Lead: Digital Skills and Literacy

• Led USAID Digital Connectivity and Cybersecurity Partnership Project (DCCP)-Pacific
• Enhanced digital skills for civil servants, government officials, and citizens
• Supported development of next-generation ICT specialists

Digital Skills Advisor

• Conducted stakeholder mapping and gap analyses
• Supported ICT, cybersecurity, and digital economy skills development across Pacific Island Countries

Web3 Developer Evangelist, CheSpatial

• Led blockchain, AI, and machine learning awareness across the Pacific region
• Developed solutions on Hedera, Ethereum, and EVM chains
• Showcased real-world blockchain applications

Chief Technology Officer, PowerPlay

• Managed web3 technology strategy for blockchain gaming startup
• Led engineering team in building secure, scalable decentralized applications

Regional Director, Kacific Broadband Satellites Group

• Expanded broadband coverage across the Pacific
• Acted as brand ambassador
• Forged partnerships to bridge digital divides

Corporate Development Director, Kacific Broadband Satellites Group

• Explored strategic partnerships
• Worked to remove policy barriers and increase broadband adoption

Chief Executive Officer, Tonga Cable Ltd

• Spearheaded Tonga's first international fiber optic submarine cable system for affordable, high-speed internet
• Led strategic initiatives to improve connectivity infrastructure in the Pacific region
• Managed operations and partnerships to ensure reliable service delivery