A Kiwi Original

Whitestone Cheese goes beyond simply making cheese by innovating on old world styles to create entirely new flavour profiles that Kiwis love. The innovation of Shenley Station Blue is one of many examples covered in this episode. We also discuss the impact of Covid-19 on trade and draw on Simon's three decades of experience in food production to provide advice for newer operators.4 mins 10 seconds The Oamaru business community and its foodie base.5 min 08 seconds The environment as a base building block of good milk to make cheese.7 mins 45 seconds The Whitestone cheese making process starting at 5:30am each morning.11 mins Unique Kiwi cheese flavour profiles derived from NZ milk styles and grasses.13 mins 50 seconds The innovation behind the ‘sweet finish’ Windsor Blue mould. 17 mins 1 seconds The innovation of Shenley Station Blue Cheese through a new world discovery.23 mins 45 seconds The Covid-19 impact of losing 40% of their food service revenue base.28 mins 32 seconds The distribution of cheese through Farmers Markets in France.38 mins 20 seconds Advice for new food and beverage businesses to focus on the domestic market. 49 mins 45 seconds A thank you to essential Whitestone Cheese workers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Diana Papadopoulos is Marketing Strategist for Booster Financial Services, a company that Kiwis rely on to manage their hard earned money throughout the highs and the lows.In this episode Di answers many of the questions we have about investing, what makes Booster Financial Services uniquely different and the types of Kiwi customers they attract because of it and how to manage your money in 2020 and beyond. KEY TIMESTAMPS2 mins 45 secs The origin of Booster Financial Services.3 mins 43 secs Property vs Shares and the reality for young New Zealanders.5 mins 16 secs Who is the best fit customer for Booster Financial Services.6 mins 42 secs How to choose an investment provider (hint: it’s the people)9 mins 52 secs How Booster helps customers share their story with friends and families.11 mins 45 secs Why team culture is central to the Booster brand.13 mins 7 secs Dealing with regulatory constraints as a financial services marketer.14 mins 37 secs How to manage your money (and emotions) during a market downturn.20 mins 00 secs What drives Diana personally to help getting Kiwis on the front foot financially.22 mins 10 secs What does socially responsible investing mean. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Fiona has a vast experience in animal husbandry spanning right back to her time at Massey University.From breeding, to showing, Fiona has always relied on her veterinary knowledge to help animals.... ...so when her own dog Rosy got sick, she realised she could make a difference. That’s when Newflands started and how Fiona brought the benefits of hoki oil to all New Zealand pet owners.Timestamps6 mins 25 secs Rosy’s story and the origin story of hoki oil for pets.8 mins 30 secs The moment she discovered hoki oil could be a business.11 min 23 secs How the hoki oil works as a effectiveness partner with both food and medicine.12 mins 16 secs Making holistic sustainable use of the whole hoki fish.14 mins 13 secs Feedback from customers ‘it’s kitty crack!’16 mins 42 secs All cats over the age of 7 have arthritis. 20 mins 47 secs The growth from middle class Chinese with pets.24 mins 25 secs Knowing where to focus as a business.26 mins 07 secs The origin of the brand ‘Newflands’.27 mins 45 secs Getting pet food during Covid-19.LINKS MENTIONED Newflands Hoki Oil packhttps://newflands.co.nz/product/newflands-and-eezapet-200ml-pamper-pack/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In this episode we go back over 150 years to settler times in New Zealand as Peter Cox shares the origin story of Harraway's. We compare and contrast that to how the producer operates today and the current brand evolution that Peter is driving on behalf of the iconic brand.If you're interested in New Zealand's rich history as a food producing nation or run an FMCG brand of you're own, then this is a must listen. Timestamps3 mins 57 secs The history of Harraways oats in Otago and Southland in the 19th century.5 mins 01 secs When the Hudson family bought in, who continue to be involved.5 mins 50 secs When Harraways stopped making flour in the mid 2000’s to focus on oats.7 mins 59 secs Peter’s expertise as an FMCG marketer applied to Harraway’s/10 mins 8 secs Harraway’s product innovations14 mins 3 secs Core consumer psychographics including the millenial as the largest shopping group.16 mins 28 secs Wholesome ingredients that minimises additives and preservatives.19 mins 00 secs The Harraway’s brand refresh project.24 mins 02 secs Getting oats into more parts of the day.27 mins 10 secs Company driven innovation vs customer driven innovation.29 mins 49 secs Buying more land.31 mins 12 secs Stock up buying during Covid-19 sees 50% YoY demand spike.37 mins 32 secs Being kind and patient with retailers during lockdown. 38 mins 08 secs Peter’s favourite oat recipe - the ANZAC cookie. LINKS MENTIONEDANZAC Cookies recipe: https://www.harraways.co.nz/our-story-2/baking-and-snacks/biscuits-and-crackers/harraways-anzac-biscuits/ Harraways Instagram For Recipeshttps://www.instagram.com/harrawaysnz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Ben Kepes is a founder of Cactus Outdoor and a brilliant mind when it comes to thinking about New Zealand's local manufacturing future. He's bullish on local, as am I... and in this chat we debate what the opportunities are to differentiate now that we're dealing with an entirely different 2020 than any of us expected to be in.2 min 43 secs The story behind Cactus Outdoor acquiring Albion Clothing. 10 mins 43 secs Automation vs artisan. New Zealand’s manufacturing future. 14 mins 18 secs Purposeful design vs complex products.17 mins 53 secs Shifting gears between companies. 20 mins 5 secs Dealing with the new 2020 we’re all in.23 mins 4 secs The genesis of Cactus face masks.26 mins 50 secs Firefighting during Covid-19.29 mins 17 secs Why Ben runs ultra-marathons,32 mins 33 secs Beyond Covid-19, what does the economy look like.LINKS MENTIONEDPurchase Cactus Facemask:https://www.cactusoutdoor.co.nz/cactus-face-mask.html This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Stu Wilson is the CEO of Modica Group - an intelligent messaging service that sits behind New Zealand's largest companies. Think banking, airlines, insurance, doctors and dentists. All those text reminders that over 4 million Kiwis receive from our biggest companies are made possible because of Modica Group.That's how they got started in New Zealand at least...since then their platform reaches every device on the planet through customers in 18 countries.I ask Stu how he got started in tech (and it's not what you might think) as we talk about the first web to text platform he built way back in 1997.We also talk about the benefits that New Zealand's tech sector brings to exporting services and why New Zealand can be proud that our tech sector is worth north of $11 billion with almost $8n from technology export businesses.Lastly we talk about building a meaningful company culture and what that means to the 50+ people he employs, their families and what it means for him personally. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Covid-19 has impacted the world in a way few of us have experienced before.And while it may seem all encompassing and overwhelming at times… A Kiwi Original is not about daily news… nor will it ever be.However…. it doesn’t make sense to continue the show without at least acknowledging the significant changes upon all of us and what that means for business.We will continue with A Kiwi Original as a show that delivers you uniquely Kiwi stories delivering to New Zealand’s future.However this episode is different because I wanted to put the immediate needs of Kiwi businesses in this current lockdown phase top of mind.Andy Hamilton Founder of Icehouse - is a well respected adviser in times like these because he’s been there for Kiwi businesses for the last two decades. Although he left Icehouse 6 months ago, that doesn’t change his body of knowledge and ability to advice on what savvy businesses should be doing right now. Andy is the former CEO of The Icehouse and is now a Director of its investment arm, Icehouse Ventures. He is also a Director of Ahi Innovation a consulting and investment company with his family. He is a director of UneeQ (a digital human company), a director of Auxilio Pharmaceuticals (medicinal CBD startup), a partner of Indigo (innovation agency), an advisor to Snap Rentals, an advisor to the Minister for Small Business, Stuart Nash and a supporter/mentor to a bunch of other start-ups and SMEs some of which pay him. His investments include a few tech start-ups as well as Blue Frog Breakfast. Specialties: pattern matching, navigating the path forward for business owners and founders, networks and connections, investment. So in this episode… we talk on a ton of different issues that are related to the here and now including:- rethinking your cost base over the next 4 weeks.- being creative about how you can earn revenue.- being inventive so you can keep your people so you can restart after lockdown.- looking at what is possible and asking your staff what they’re prepared to do.Key timestamps to jump forward to:10mins 48 Trading together and bartering. 12 mins 28s What do I have to sell right now?12 mins 40s What do I have to sell, if I could build it?17 mins 24s Know what your bottom line is and your numbers. 19 mins 57s Share the questions with your team. 21 mins 21s Assets, Boundaries and Narrative approach to problem solving.25 mins 33s Where demand is already such as China.27 mins 35s We need to hustle in to the pockets of opportunity to be able to survive.29 mins 36s Andy’s family plan to keep life joyful through this 32 mins 01s Reach out to people every day. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Hamish Conway is the Founder of Sell Global, a channel strategy expert for businesses who want to sell on Amazon.Hamish is hands on so we go deep on the detail in this chat as he share how his expertise that's helped New Zealand businesses across a range of size companies get access to US and Australian buyers who start their search on Amazon.In this episode you can expect to learn about:- why marketplaces like Amazon help you sell where consumers are buying.- why the Amazon marketplace is not a replacement for your own eCommerce site.- the reason consumers have high trust of the Amazon brand in the US.- what seller behaviours are rewarded.- how big data has transformed Amazon’s paid per click business versus Facebook and what it means for business- the future as Amazon Australia makes inroads into the New Zealand market.- how to get started with ‘less but better’ products in the US vs going broad in Australia.Get Sell Global’s free 16 point guide for success on sellglobal.co.nz/buynz. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Belinda has led the way on environmental cleaning products for our skin and our homes since 2011 in New Zealand. Now that the rest of the world has caught up, her boutique soap-making business has scaled to match demand and now Ecobeings contract manufactures for a number of New Zealand brands. In this episode we go deep into the history of soap, why it works and what makes it superior to the synthetic chemical alternatives. Belinda also explains that what we've been told about pH balance isn't as accurate as we'd like to think.Belinda shares the origin story of Ecobeings, the values that empower the business and the secret to her success on her journey (hint: lots of events!)With all the focus on high hygiene levels and preserving our environment this episode is a must listen.3 mins 1s Why soap works.5 mins 9s How soap was discovered.6 mins 39s The origins of synthetic detergent.9 mins 37s pH balance versus alkali soaps.12 mins 24s The origin story of Ecobeings.14 mins 12s The Ecobeings product range.18 mins 54s Growing the business through expos and events.20 mins 56s From small batches to high volume contract manufacturing.23 mins 03s What it's like manufacturing in Waipapa, Kerikiri.30 mins 39s NEW: 5 FAST FIRE QUESTIONS. LINKS MENTIONED:Ecobeings Soap: https://www.ecobeings.store This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Deirdre Doran is the founder of natural skincare company Agnes & Me and in this episode we talk skincare, getting a business off the ground and how her family heritage is intertwined into her business.While Kiwis grow up knowing how harsh our sun can be, we aren't taught about sun protection beyond wearing suncream. Agnes & Me skincare solves that.When Irish born Registered Nurse Deirdre Doran arrived with her unique face cream recipe she had created for her own use... it was only a matter of time before word spread in New Zealand.In this episode we talk about nourishing and nurturing ways to look after your skin......how life in New Zealand compared to her Northern Ireland upbringing......what skincare insights Deirdre had from her career as a Registered Nurse......and why her family story, particularly her Mum is at the heart of the Agnes & Me business.AGNES & ME PRODUCTS MENTIONED:Face Creamhttps://agnesandme.co.nz/product/natural-face-cream/ 'Blam Blam' Balmhttps://agnesandme.co.nz/product/blam-blam-balm-natural-healing-balm-60ml/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Limber is considered the world's healthiest desk because it goes beyond a standing or seated fixed setup. In this episode physiotherapist Bart de Vries shares:- the insights he had into why only 20% of people change the height of a standing desk.- his unique advantage in solving an office problem no one had been able to before.- how facilities management can create the flexible office spaces while expanding vital shared areas.- the VR technology Limber has used solve the fear of change for office workers.- how Bart keeps his wellbeing in check during his founder journey so far.- why U.C. Berkeley are interested in researching the unique potential health properties of Limber.DOWNLOADS:View the Sit Stand Kneel Desk: https://limber.nz/limber-deskWatch their Instagram Videos: https://www.instagram.com/limberdesk/ Download the Limber Design Files: https://limber.nz/businesses This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In Episode 002 of A Kiwi Original I chat with the one and only Christine Langdon from The Good Registry.Christine’s optimism and positivity is infectious and she’s on a mission to make you feel good about...... giving gifts that every employee wants. ... creating a gift registry for weddings where you don’t get stuff you don’t need.... making birthdays an opportunity to give to charities. Christine knows the secret to living is giving and in this chat we talk about when buying things is good (and bad) for us and the planet. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

🎧 A Kiwi Original is a series that uncovers uniquely Kiwi business stories that benefit New Zealand's future.In this first episode, Carac Group founder John Burling shares the story being their engineering success and why it matters to the future of Eltham in Taranaki New Zealand. In this episode you'll hear......where John's ideas come from that solve real world problems....why Americans love New Zealand engineered products....why John invests heavily in capital when every other indicator says to do the opposite.Carac Group employs 40 people in Eltham, a town of just 2,000 people... a town that was also the first in New Zealand to export butter. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

It's a new decade so we're making some changes. The Provenance Marketing Show is no more, but we're replacing it with something we think you'll find equally as informative, A Kiwi Original. We're going to be talking to the kiwi troublemakers, the innovators, the ground shakers and dive into what makes them and their business ideas tick. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In episode 34, Ryan looks at a new children's book "Where is 102?", a water rescue & recreation helmet by Pacific Helmets and shares his Kepler Track adventures using Back Country Cuisine. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEWhere is 102?: https://www.facebook.com/whereis102/Pacific Helmets: https://www.pacifichelmets.com/Aerofast: https://aerofast.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

This episode, Ryan proudly showcases our new merch, he checks out the Back Country Foods freeze-dried range and discusses what Buy New Zealand Made has achieved this year.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttp://bit.ly/nzmademerchhttps://backcountrycuisine.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Welcome to the second series of the Provenance Marketing Show.In this series, the audio format is the same and video format has changed from vertical to horizontal to optimise for YouTube instead of IGTV.This week Ryan discusses why Spectrum Crayons are safer, why Besotted pet name tags are special and what's cool about the cap on his head.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttp://bit.ly/nzmademerchhttps://spectrumcrayons.co.nz/https://www.besotted.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In episode 31, we admire a new throw by Twill Throws, the new Ama Botanical skincare range and Ryan shares his experience from attending the China International Import Expo in Shanghai and the opportunities there for Kiwi businesses.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://twillthrows.com/https://www.inter-weave.co.nz/https://theamalife.com/https://buynz.org.nz/The-Kiwi-Branding-Edge-Book/8475/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In episode 30, Ryan chats manuka lollipops and lozenges by Finelogy, NZ-printed books by Landscape Ecology and shares some snippets of recent visits to Kilwell Fibretube, Wood Masters and Solomons Gold.LINKShttp://www.finelogy.com/http://landscapeecology.co.nz/https://www.kilwellfibretube.co.nz/http://www.woodmasters.co.nz/https://solomonsgold.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In this episode, Ryan checks out the liquid soap and refilling service by Kahuku Natural, Kawakawa products by new licence holder Nutrakawa and two iconic products from Seymour Distributing; Sun Cheese Slicer and Knuckle Bones.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://kahuku.co.nz/http://www.nutrakawa.comhttp://seymourglobal.com/https://nzmadeday.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Ryan shares his takeaways from Go Global and shares a snippet from our visit to Glenn Jones Art. We also have a munch on two delicious snacks; mushroom chips by Mushroom House and beef jerky from Bootleg Jerky.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://www.glennjonesart.com/https://www.mushroomhouse.co.nz/https://bootlegjerky.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

This week, Ryan checks out the Block Dock, a new way to hold your soap and shampoo bars in the shower. Ryan also showcases our new welcome pack for new licence holders and shares a clip from our visit to Rugged Valley, who manufacture car seat covers.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://www.theblockdock.co.nz/https://buynz.org.nz/The-Kiwi-Branding-Edge-Book/8475/https://ruggedvalley.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Action Tags help keep building sites safe, a new children's book by Kereru Books is reviewed and we launch a book of our own, The Kiwi Branding Edge.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttp://www.kererubooks.com/https://buynz.org.nz/The-Kiwi-Branding-Edge-Book/8475/https://actiontags.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

This week Ryan checks out a new brand of pet food, Tu Meke Friend, a software company, AMS, that helps services companies with systems and he shares what we've been up to in the last week and what's coming up.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://www.tukidesign.com/http://www.moretonjewellery.co.nz/https://www.tumekefriend.nz/http://www.ams.co.nz/https://nzmadeday.nz/https://www.goglobal.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In this episode, Ryan looks at Nature's Beauty skincare products, stylish clothing for girls by Talula Tween Wear and an alternative to plastic wrap called Honeywrap.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://www.naturesbeauty.co.nz/https://talula.co.nzhttps://www.honeywrap.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In this episode, Ryan checks out a toaster for gas hobs by Dixon Manufacturing, products to keep your ride clean thanks to Motomuck and getting organised for Christmas with Spectacular Cards.Ryan also talks about business confidence after attending Mood of the Boardroom and his personalised wallet from Barkers and Parisian. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In this episode, Ryan chats Mānuka honey by NZ Gold Health, classic Kiwi confectionery by Carousel Confectionery and shares some products we picked up from our visit to Aerofast Tiedowns. Also, check out our new imprint swing tags!LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://aerofast.co.nz/https://www.nzgoldhealth.com/http://www.carousel.co.nz/SUBSCRIBE TO VIDEO SERIES: http://bit.ly/makingitNZ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

This week Ryan checks out a Microdesk by The Good Use Company, an eye-catching ad in the paper by Carpet Mill and we share some snippets of our visits to Rolla-wipa and T&R Interior Systems.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://www.rollawipa.com/https://themicrodesk.com/https://www.tris.co.nz/https://www.carpetmill.co.nz/SUBSCRIBE TO VIDEO SERIES: http://bit.ly/makingitNZ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

This week we take a look at some hemp products from The Hempstore, Ryan shares a clip from his interview on the AM Show, we bring back some products from our visit to Paua World and share a snippet of what we filmed at Hansells Masterton.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://www.hansellsmasterton.co.nz/http://www.pauaworld.com/https://www.hempstore.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

No products this episode, instead Ryan talks about the power of nostalgia in marketing, particularly with music, and he shares some research around marketing to children. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In this episode, we take a look at a bunch of iconic Kiwi snacks, sweet and savoury. Ryan also chats about how NZ Made services can use the Kiwi trademark.SUBSCRIBE TO VIDEO SERIES: http://bit.ly/makingitNZCONTACTWebsite - http://buynz.org.nzEmail - [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/buynzmade/ LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/buynzmadeTwitter: https://twitter.com/buynzmade Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuyNZMadeCampaign MAILPO Box 1925 | Level 6 JacksonStone House,3-11 Hunter Street | Wellington | New Zealand. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

On the show this week, Ryan takes a look at New Zealand Made products designed to improve our health. We have herbal products by OKU and Herbology and nutritional shakes for kids by Complete Kids Nutrition.LINKSOKU: https://www.oku.co.nz/Complete Kids Nutrition: https://www.completekidsnutrition.com/Herbology: https://www.herbologynz.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

This week we look at a new infant formula by Bluebell Babies, NZ Made shampoos and conditioners by NOM Global and we introduce a new security feature for the Kiwi trademark.LINKShttps://www.bluebellbabies.co.nz/https://nom.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In this episode, Ryan checks out a variety of New Zealand Made products for animals.We have Hoki products by Newflands, equine (and human) products by Savvy Touch and tasty premium pet food by Ultimate Feeds.LINKS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE:Newflands: https://newflands.co.nz/Savvy Touch: https://www.savvytouch.com/Ultimate Feeds: https://www.ultrapetsupplies.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Three gorgeous products on the show this week; merino socks by Cosy Toes, reusable tote bags by House of Baddeck and a new book for newborns by Sugoi Publishing.LINKS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Cosy Toes https://www.cosytoes.co.nz/House of Baddeck http://www.houseofbaddeck.co.nz/Sugoi Publishing https://www.sugoipublishing.co.nz/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

In this episode we feature NZ Made deodorant that's free from parabens and aluminium by Dept. of Soul.Rozcraft send in their wrist warmers and souvenir Kete bag.We feature a retro commercial by King Soup for their two most popular winter soups...and talk about the New US e-Visas available to New Zealand businesses wanting to live and work in America.BONUS: New Q&A section features the questions we get asked on buynz.org.nz. Tell us what you think.LINKS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Dept. Of Soul https://deptofsoul.comRozcraft https://rozcraft.comhttp://www.kingsoup.co.nz/products/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Earth Sea Sky are a fifth generation Kiwi outdoor adventure wear company that can be trusted to produce clothing that lasts. Cactus Outdoor make supertrousers...called Supertrousers. They've been making these for 25 years and are the preferred choice by tradies wanting pants that look good and last.Last up I talk about Parisian ties and Minister Faafoi at the pre-budget announcementLINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://www.earthseasky.co.nz/mens/shell-jackets/jetstream-men-s.htmlhttps://www.cactusoutdoor.co.nz/clothing/mens-pants.htmlhttps://rjbdesign.co.nz/collections/1919-collectionhttps://www.beehive.govt.nz/feature/wellbeing-budget-2019 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Skinny Fizz is the latest sparkling flavoured water with a low sugar profile to keep your hydration healthy. We celebrate New Zealand music and discuss why we prefer to licence our tracks from Kiwi artists.I also launch an audiobook for the 100% Kiwi Business book now available on Google Play, Audible and AudiobooksNZ.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEhttps://www.skinnyfizz.co.nzhttps://businesskiwi.comhttp://bit.ly/makingnzmademusic This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

simplenakedsoap keeps your skin healthy and radiant without all the harsh chemicals thanks to soap made from real goats milk, from real goats from the goats farm that Tracey and Malcolm run in Balclutha. Keeping with the cleanliness theme, I try out Odorex anti-odour shoe deodoriser that NZ Defence Force, NZ Diary and other large companies rely on to keep their staffs feet odour and fungal free. Healthpak provides toiletries at scale to New Zealand hotels, motels as well as international airlines including Air New Zealand. Watch to see how they're part of the solution to sustainable portion control for hospitality operators. Drift Chat has been amazing for buynz.org.nz as it enables text messaging to visitors answering their questions in real-time instead of them having to use a contact form. Truly amazing to see three businesses join after their questions were answered. It's been fascinating to listen to what perceived barriers businesses see with the licensing process which will help us shape what our website says. A strong yes from me for any business engaged in complex online sales processes s. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE https://simplenakedsoap.com https://www.odorex.co.nz https://healthpak.co.nz https://www.drift.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Wild Country produce a delicious range of condiments worthy of the finest condiment connoisseur, including Al Brown's mild mustard.McKinlays Shoes iconic fifth generation business is featured on the Making It New Zealand Series.The Buy New Zealand Made team head to the Zoo for day, feed giraffes (with video!) and discover the importance of the Forest Stewardship Council to them and the difference we can make when buying products.Munch Cupboard show their alternative to plastic wrap and why reusable honey based wrap products are the future for a sustainable life....and lastly we share our Net Promoter Score results after 12 months of Executive Director Ryan Jennings at the helm. LINKS TO BUSINESSES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEWild Country http://www.wildcountry.co.nzMcKinlays Shoes: https://mckinlays.co.nzMunch Cupboard: https://www.munchcupboard.comWellington Zoo: https://wellingtonzoo.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Dry Cuffs keep your arms warm when milking cows, they've also found a home with mechanics keeping their arms protected while working on hot engines and for rose garden growers protecting forearms from rose thorns.Also in this episode I read a bedtime story written by Caro Collis from a range of Summer Rose Cottage books designed for use by Early Childhood Teachers......and lastly I share a lampshade I purchased from The Sewphist made from a beautiful fabric Elisabeth had made specifically for her range of NZ designs. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Parisian Neckwear is celebrating 100 years of dressing New Zealanders in stylish ties and in this episode I don one myself.Ouchie Powder sends in their new product with wonder healing powers for animals (and people).......and Te Puna features their 45,000 swamp Kauri coasters and jewellery boxes made with the Kiwi logo.Last but not least, we release our New Zealand Made beer with the help of North End Brewing. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

New Zealand Made receive a stunning 3D artwork that's customisable to location... Damba Chairs sends us a chair that they customise for corporates to use on the show... and I visit Kiwi Labels in Christchurch.... I also share why they time is right for businesses to re-engage with Government tenders and an insights from the GS1 Conference on what businesses should be doing with Amazon and Google to understand the benefits of standardisation . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

New Zealand Made label release in a new hologram format... how Mossops Honey apply the Kiwi trademark... I light a new beeswax candle thanks to Sam at National Candles... Shane sends me a custom climbing harness from his company Aspiring Safety... and we give a short insight from British High Commissioner Laura Clarke one what Brexit might mean for New Zealand Made exporters. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

New glasses from Independent Lens Specialists that block out blue light from computer screens......we giveaway two beautiful souvenirs by Little Paper Hugs and look at trellis alternatives for fencing your home with... then we wrap up with a new invention from UniLED that brings a rainbow full of colours to your bathroom! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

Vista Drinks serves up a delicious ZERO sugar drink... I open up a 1000 piece puzzle box... and receive a gift from TimeHub software.I also share a new article about how to brand your company vehicle with the Kiwi trademark.....AND... we launch the www.provenance.marketing show website so you can listen to the audio experience.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Vista Drinks: www.vistadrinks.co.nzPodcast: www.provenance.marketingPuzzle: www.whatmakesnz.comTimesheet Software: www.timehub.co.nzVehicle Marketing Article: www.bit.ly/vehiclemarketing This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

KiwiHerb helps me get better with some calming and 100% natural throat spray.I also try on a fresh haircare product from Fresh Hair Care.http://freshhaircare.co.nz ...AND I give a sneak preview of a wellness product from Rock-It Boards in Hawke's Bay.https://www.rockitnz.comPLUS... we look at how jellybeans are made.Watch here: https://youtu.be/vYMPgDBDB48 Watch this Provenance Marketing on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hGqyjFOAIyQ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com

We review New Zealand Made product from businesses that are licensed to apply the Kiwi trademark.On this episode, we feature a cable tie solution for messy desks by Cable Camel. I also make a request to my favourite snack bar by OSM....AND I talk about some innovative marketing by PakWorld, one of New Zealand's largest packaging companies.Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BdcHdHl141U This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.akiwioriginal.com