The Founders Series: Building Coffee Brands Across New Zealand
For more than 30 years, Deb Riach and her husband Ian have been shaping New Zealand’s coffee culture. They have built and led several iconic coffee brands, including Coffee Culture, Yellow Rocket, Coffee Worx, and Heartland Brew. Each business venture reflects Deb’s belief that coffee is more than a product. It is a way to […]
The Founders Series: Community + Connection + Coffee = a Winning Business
The Networkers® NZ is a local business networking organisation that supports business owners and entrepreneurs with connections, advice, knowledge, and guidance so they can successfully navigate the highs and lows of their business journey. It’s the perfect business for Founder and CEO, Maria Gold, who has always been passionate about community, connection, and coffee. “Many […]
The Founders Series: How Following a Call to Natural Health Became a Successful Business
Deirdre Panapa, founder of DP Herbals discusses her work, successes and her unique approach to navigating the world of business. Deidre is a clinical herbalist with a background in nursing. She integrates science with nature and conventional medicine with natural therapies, to help her clients live better, more balanced lives. Focused on her clients’ needs, […]
The Founders Series: From corporate world career to real estate success
After a 30-year career in the corporate world, Stu Jones, Licensed Sales Consultant with Harcourts Rolleston decided to put his enthusiasm for property into practice. Focused on achieving property sales or purchases that delight his clients, Stu’s energy and love of helping people has shaped his real estate business. Summarise yourself or the work you do […]