The story of Freeze Dried Foods (FDF) stands out as a testament to hard work, dedication, and strategic partnerships.

Wellington Zoo is a not-for-profit conservation trust that cares for over 500 different animal species including large animals such as elephants, lions, tigers, right down to tarantulas.

When Auckland’s DG Law sought an accountancy firm with its finger on the pulse of the legal industry, Moore Markhams Auckland was the obvious choice.

A switch to Moore Markhams Wellington has given ICHC improved, comprehensive financial support as demand for its chaplaincy services in hospitals remains strong.

Wellington’s Driscoll Motors will clock up 100 years in business next year, owing to its adaptability and proud history of strong customer service. Moore Markhams Wellington has helped them on that journey.

Auckland firm Computer Recycling is primed to capitalise on the flourishing electronic recycling market, following a multi-million dollar technology investment.

When you design and install diverse, tailored audio-visual systems for a living, a bit of creative problem-solving becomes par for the course. And it’s that nimble and flexible approach that has helped Wellington firm Audio Workshop soften the blow of Covid while continuing to grow turnover and profit.

After 37 years as a worker, educator, advisor, and advocate in aged care, Jessica Buddendijk-van Horrik could be forgiven a slight cooling off in her passion for the sector. But she remains energised and devoted to her vocation, receiving an Honorary Queen’s Service Medal in recognition of her contribution.

When Conan Mitchell bought Insulmax Insulation Otago last year, no hard sell was necessary. It was a business he knew inside out; Conan was the first Insulmax employee in New Zealand when it launched seven years ago and also helped establish the other eight – independently owned – Insulmax businesses around the country.

It’s an unlikely genesis for a successful design company, but when Celeste and Glen Skachill set up StudioCDesign, they went bush. Bruce Stormer, Moore Markhams director guided the couple and continues to mentor them as their business grows.

After time spent working in Asia, Angela and Craig McFarlane felt a pull to return to their Dunedin roots.  Moore Markhams’ Callum Hayde helped them become the proud owners of drink, cordial and syrup producer, Wests – one of NZ’s oldest companies.

Ashleigh Steiner's experience as a top-level competitive gymnast has given her a thorough understanding of sports medicine and rehabilitation within the podiatry profession.

It’s all hands on deck at Otago firm Kitchens For Less as Covid-confined Kiwis splash out on new kitchens as would-be travellers divert holiday funds to renovations, with kitchens often top of the list.

Gemma Perry doesn’t believe in sitting on her laurels. Owner of Sanders Pharmacy in Te Awamutu, and a former New Zealand Young Pharmacist of the Year, Gemma and her team were named Community Pharmacy of the Year at this year’s Primary Healthcare Awards.

Veteran private investigator, Ron McQuilter came to New Zealand from Scotland 38 years ago. Using his policing experience, he set up Paragon NZ, a private investigation and security consultancy that operates throughout the country.

After a false start due to Covid-19, Simon Munro and his partner Charlotte Cudby, have bought Paremata Auto Services, with the added bonus that it’s just down the road from their home.

When Malcolm James sold his original, 25-year-old flooring business in 2007 for “an offer I couldn’t refuse” he started all over again building his second business from scratch, Malcolm James Furnishings.

Covid-19 put construction projects on ice and sent shivers through the economy, but Wellington firm Morrison Design says there’s been no cooling off in demand for its services.

Electrical Importing Company is considered an alternative supplier to the industrial electrical sector - the only NZ owned and independent ‘David’ up against multi-national ‘Goliath’ competitors.

Sumich Plumbing and Drainage is celebrating 30 years, testament to its resilience throughout economic recessions, construction market fluctuations and now, a global pandemic.

Stefan Curry leapt into starting his own business Three Tree Landscaping one month before the Covid-19 pandemic put NZ into lockdown.

Serving up a taste of Mexico in the art deco streets of Napier has been a winning move for Mexicali Fresh franchisee Maggie Donnelly.

Customers flock to a beachside café in Dunedin because they know they can rely on it being a top-quality experience.