Celebrating success: Staying afloat and sailing steady after weathering a storm of pandemic proportions
After nearly losing everything, Auckland charter boat operator Mal Maclean has surged back with a vengeance, with his business, Ocean Groove Cruises, having recently been awarded a Bronze Qualmark in recognition of their sustainability efforts, while also gaining a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice 2022 award. Mal’s recent success is a fantastic reminder of how persistence and resourcefulness can pay off in the long run.
Read more here to learn about how Mac Maclean got a second chance at his business.
Case Study: Black Collar Distillery
Kerikeri business Black Collar Distillery is quickly becoming a well-recognised brand in the world of quality spirits. The man behind it all, Jonathan McLean, spent years in the United Kingdom learning and perfecting the art of handcrafting spirits. He ultimately decided to begin this business journey in his native New Zealand. So once he secured the funds and equipment he needed, Jonathan flew back home and set up shop in the Bay of Islands.
Read more here to learn about how Kerikeri business Black Collar Distillery is quickly becoming a well-recognised brand in the world of quality spirits.
Discovering the Region with the BDO Tour of Northland
Discovering the Northland region with BDO Northland and four days of cycling. 2020 marks the 20th edition of the BDO Tour of Northland, which sees riders of all abilities, from across New Zealand and throughout the World, come together to take part in a four day cycling occasion.
Read more here to learn about BDO Northland being proud sponsors of the Tour of Northland.
