Maggie Cocco

Creative Northland

Maggie Cocco is a multidisciplinary musician and arts advocate based in Te Tai Tokerau. She is the Professional Support Advisor for Musicians at Creative Northland, and also leads He Reo -- a council-backed music hub and resource-sharing initiative in Whangārei. Originally from the United States, Maggie has worked as a session musician, vocal coach, and Board Chair of Girls Rock Detroit—bringing international industry experience and grassroots governance insight to conversations on how modern music ecosystems can grow and thrive. Her work centres on accessibility, sustainability, and community-led infrastructure.