NZBusiness May 2021

What’s next for retail?
The Covid-19 pandemic and its associated lockdowns presented an unprecedented challenge for New Zealand’s retailers. NZBusiness reports on a sector still hurting from the pandemic’s fallout – a sector having to quickly adjust to the new order.

Where art meets science
Dr Cat Stone, founder of The Face Place, is an ardent champion of an industry that is fast achieving mainstream acceptance and understanding.

Call her Bohdacious
Kiwis associate her with the multi-award winning band stellar*. But today the ‘main gig’ is her jewellery design business. Welcome to the life and times of Boh Runga.

Creating stronger communities, Fiji style
For New Zealand wholesale retail businesses seeking unique, handmade, fairly-traded products, the Nama Fiji and Rise Beyond the Reef brands tick so many boxes.

What now for flexible workspaces?
When NZBusiness covered flexible workspaces in the November 2019 issue the world was a different place. Despite Covid-19 the sector is still adapting and growing.

Time to thrive
Manaaki is a support network and online forum empowering Aotearoa’s budding small business owners. Its GM Rachel Adams talks about a remarkable resource.

Best buds
Ian White is a big fan of his Little Buddy Ben and of Big Buddy – the programme that instils confidence and resilience in the lives of boys who have no father around.

Supplementary orders
Ron Park’s passion for growing his Green-Lipped Mussel supplement export business is rooted in his Korean heritage and desire to shake up the industry.

Keep calm and lead on
In these times of uncertainty and
constant change it’s important to remain calm and resilient as a business leader.
Lauren Parsons explains how.

7 mistakes not to make when hiring a contractor
In a business environment that’s fueling more demand for contractors, Louise Woollett-Ratcliffe explains what NOT to do when taking one on.

Which mobile phone is right for you?
Choosing the perfect mobile phone can be a confusing and time-consuming process. Fortunately Bill Bennett has already done the research.