Waikato Business News March/April 2017

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4 WAIKATO BUSINESS NEWS March/April 2017 From the editor This edition of Waikato Business News focuses in part on Hamilton’s CBD and some of the positive developments occurring. Most of us will have noticed how much building is going on and there is real evidence that the CBD has turned the corner and is re-establishing itself. Some of the focus will be different from the past and we need to embrace the fact that the CBD will develop a new identity. In parts of the CBD, retail will not be the force it has been in past years. Already there are signs that the face of the city is changing as more apartment blocks appear. This is great news for Hamilton. Nothing reinvigorates a central city more than an influx of people living there. There is so much building going on in the city that it feels like time for a stock take: Look out for more on some of the exciting developments in future issues. Waikato Business News also catches up with Tauranga marketer Brett Yeatman who alongside Waikato Chamber of Commerce is bringing his successful The Business Market networking model to Hamilton. We also introduce two new columnists to the Waikato Business News stable, general manager of design and web development company E9, Merv Behroozi and digital media executive Pooja Gupta who with others will continue to provide more of the digital analysis I believe Waikato Business News needs to deliver. Meanwhile look out for the usual insightful and practical advice from our other columnists. Lastly, I want to emphasise that Waikato Business News likes nothing better than to tell great stories of business success. You just have to look around to see that this city and this region is flourishing. If your business is going well, tell us about it. The region wants to hear all about it and celebrate your achievements. Geoff Taylor Editor MONTHLY POLL Vote and win Sponsored by the Helm Bar and Kitchen This month’s poll Hamilton ratepayers currently pay on average less than their Dunedin counterparts, according to information supplied by Hamilton City Council. The council’s leadership has warned that ratepayers may need to accept large rate rises if the city is to continue growing at its present rate. Vote on the WBN website (www.wbn.co.nz) and fill in the entry form to be in to win a meal voucher for two at The Helm Bar & Kitchen. Voting closes Monday April 21. Last month’s results Which of the three planned housing areas do you think should have top priority? The need to develop Peacocke to the south of Hamilton seems to have been well recognised by our readers as 58 percent pinpointed that development as top priority. Rototuna (21 percent) and Rotokauri (21 percent). 58% 21% 21% Would you be prepared to pay higher rates to pay for growth? A. No way, they get enough now B. Yes, we’re a growing city Cast your vote at: www.wbn.co.nz WINNER OF THE HELM DINNER VOUCHER IS: Barry Thompson 21% 21% 58% Peacocke Rototuna Rotokauri Time for change? Niche Retail with Strong Online Presence Waikato Sales & Installation - Very Impressive! Waikato Scott Laurence 027 473 5425 Impressive Waikato business which trades profitably with thousands of customers NZ wide and with a quality product range (sports related). A market leader with annual revenues of $2.5 to $3 million, leading to an underlying profit (EBTIDTA) that exceeds $350,000. A fully integrated POS / stock management system and trusted brand. POA Graeme Finch 027 495 3413 Ref 28094 An impressive and established Hamilton based business which presents an ideal opportunity for a buyer with well developed business management skills. Highlights: Significant growth in sales and profit evident last three years. Annual profit (EBPITD) now exceeds $300,000 with minimal current owner input. A full complement of experienced and capable staff are in place. A strong brand with quality products. Asking $820,000 Scott Laurence 027 473 5425 Ref 28370 Tony Begbie 029 200 6515 Franchise Café - $200K p.a. Lifestyle Waikato Town Logistics and Distribution Waikato Based Graeme Finch 027 495 3413 Established franchise cafe, with main street locality, good premises, diverse clientele, & consistent profitability. With Robert Harris’s NZ wide re-branding program, the new owners get to redesign their Café & potentially grow weekly revenue. A sort after chance to enjoy a six figure income, and desirable provincial town lifestyle. Asking $245,000 Tony Begbie 029 200 6515 Ref 26542 A unique opportunity to own one of the North Island’s premier privately owned logistic and distribution companies. With a track record of over 18 years, this business has built a reputation as the pick of the bunch when it comes to reliability, on-time deliveries, attention to detail and a growth strategy that sets them apart. A very impressive average EBPIDTA of over $400k is evident with numerous national contracts in place with blue chip clients. Competitively priced at $1,500,000 Greg Dunn 027 293 0377 Graeme Finch 027 495 3413 Ref 28302 Greg Dunn 027 293 0377 Craig Paul 021 786 496 AUCKLAND WAIKATO BAY OF PLENTY ROTORUA - TAUPO HAWKES BAY MANAWATU WELLINGTON CANTERBURY OTAGO www.businessesforsale.co.nz Licensed REAA 2008
WAIKATO BUSINESS NEWS March/April 2017 5 Successful ‘pop up’ market comes to Hamilton A pop up business market that gives businesspeople a chance to network at a relatively low cost and in a condensed time-frame has been brought to Waikato. By GEOFF TAYLOR The Business Market is the brainchild of Tauranga businessman and experienced marketer, Brett Yeatman. In Tauranga The Business Market comprises four regional events a year at ASB Baypark as well as smaller monthly local markets at selected cafes. It is this local monthly model Brett is initially rolling out at Frankton’s Café Agora in association with Waikato Chamber of Commerce. He describes Café Agora as a fantastic place to start. “It’s close to the CBD, it has good parking, great coffee, excellent service and has the added events centre opportunity. It’s a top spot to meet.” Brett Yeatman and the business board at Café Agora. A business board has been mounted at the café which acts as a physical directory of the various businesses involved. “It’s like an organiser, all the cards are tidily in one place and categorised,” says Brett. “The directory is also mirrored online. You could put in ‘electrician in Frankton’ and two or three will pop up so you can support local business.” Interested businesspeople can go online and book to be at the monthly markets. Brett emphasises that the market “is not a coffee club” and networking is carefully organised to be valuable and time effective for businesses involved. Brett says he is looking out for other cafes around Hamilton that see themselves as business friendly and would also like to act as business hubs and host monthly business markets. He is also in discussions with the Waikato Chamber about setting up the first regional market in Hamilton. The former Zimbabwean coffee farmer, property developer and commodity trader has always been fascinated by the “science of marketing” and started professional business networking group Prolink 15 years ago which spread around the country. Brett says over the years he’s been to many marketing and networking expos around the world and found that they are often expensive, exhausting and time consuming. “I thought there has to be a better way of doing things. A lot of small business people can’t stay away from their business for extended periods. Rather than spend a week at some expo that costs an arm and a leg, why not take one day a month and invest in your profile in more affordable amounts across the calendar? “It’s just common sense,” he said. Waikato Chamber of Commerce chief executive William Durning says the chamber is pleased to be involved in partnering to provide small businesses with more tools and resources to do well. “We see this as a complimentary product.” Café Agora operations manager Andrew Sing said they were excited at the prospect of hosting the local markets. “We love the community and we want to make ourselves available,” he said. “We are here for the business community. We have the facility, great food and great coffee.” The Business Market’s regional markets feature a breakfast starting at 7.30am followed by a range of speakers, full on networking between 9am and 1pm and then lunch and more speakers. “The big thing we do here is to create a positive vibe. We serve good food and make it a friendly environment. You want to show people you value them by giving them excellent service.” The Business Market's founder Brett Yeatman, Café Agora operations manager Andrew Sing and Waikato Chamber of Commerce chief executive William Durning. “We create the atmosphere and the buzz that encourages everyone to talk more freely.” Brett carefully selects a range of different businesses and matches those that he thinks should be networking closely together. “We are also quite strategic as to where we place everyone.” As the market has developed Brett has adapted the size and layout to work out the best formula. He finds that four hours at the morning market is ideal. The breakfast and lunch time speakers provide a chance for participants to gain a bit of knowledge and education. To attract speakers, Brett partners with a number of local, national and international companies. Fully insured Servicing all of NZ 24-hour response 30+ years experience Qualified arborists ISO certified
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