Our Guests

  • Arran McLaughlin - ASB

    Arran is a Commercial Manager at ASB, working with business owners to secure the right funding.
    He knows what banks look for and how to position a deal. Calm, clear, and strategic — he's the guy you want in your corner when approaching a lender.

  • Pete Prema - Onboard

    Pete is a Chartered Accountant and Director at Onboard.
    He’s bought, built, and sold businesses himself, so he knows what really matters. Straight-talking and practical — he helps owners focus on the numbers that move the needle.

  • Nick Chan - Coface

    Nick Chan is the National Manager at Coface, specialising in trade credit insurance.
    He helps businesses protect themselves from bad debt and customer defaults. Sharp, experienced, and down-to-earth — he makes risk management easy to understand.

  • Ross Brogden - GoLend

    Ross Brogden is the Director of Credit & Operations at GoLend.
    With decades in commercial lending, he knows how to assess deals fast and structure them smart. Straight-up and savvy — he’s all about getting good deals over the line.

  • Hamish Dorrington - Kakapo

    Hamish Dorrington is a Business Broker at Kakapo Business Sales, helping people buy and sell businesses across New Zealand.
    He’s got a sharp eye for what makes a business valuable. Insightful, approachable, and honest — he knows how to guide owners through the big moves.

  • Mat Wood - Crediflex

    Mat Wood is a Senior Finance Broker at Crediflex, specialising in asset and equipment finance.
    He works closely with business owners to structure funding that fits their needs and cash flow. Down-to-earth and knowledgeable — he makes securing finance feel easy.

  • Joe Kettlewell - TMNZ

    Joe Kettlewell is a Senior Client Manager at TMNZ, helping businesses manage and defer their tax payments with smart, flexible solutions.
    He’s all about reducing pressure and improving cash flow. Friendly, sharp, and solutions-focused — Joe makes tax feel less like a burden.