Women in Business | Lucile Fortuna, Ahi.
Lucile Fortuna has had a passion for the hospitality industry from a young age. Some of her earliest memories stem from her uncle’s restaurant…
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Women in Business | Lisa Levy, INATI
Lisa Levy’s family has a rich history in the New Zealand food industry. The great-granddaughter of Sir James Wattie, Levy grew up on an…
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Women in Business | Annabelle White, Food Editor
Annabelle White is a familiar face in the New Zealand food industry, having been an accomplished cook, food writer, and television cook throughout her…
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Women In Business | Kirsty McKay, Sawmill Brewery
The brewing industry has long been a passion for Mike Sutherland and Kirsty McKay. Having worked as lawyers and exporters, they desired to channel…
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Woman In Business | Petra Galler, Butter Butter
Despite initially choosing to study psychology at Auckland University, renowned pastry chef Petra Galler’s passion for food led her to pursue a career as…
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Women In Business | Julie Clark, Loretta & Floriditas
The hospitality industry has always held a special allure for Julie Clark, stemming from her father’s work as the area manager for T G…
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Women In Business | Ava Nakagawa, Beer Baroness
As the daughter of pub owners, Ava Nakagawa began working in the hospitality field when she was sixteen and eventually found her passion for…
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Women In Business | Hannah Miller, A Lady Butcher
Hannah Miller, owner of A Lady Butcher, commenced her professional journey as a chef, driven by a passion for fine cuisine since her early…
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Women In Business | Megan Wyper, ACME
For some, coffee is more than just an energy boost; it is a lifestyle. Megan Wyper, director at Acme Cups, said her love for…
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Women In Business | Erin Clarkson, Cloudy Kitchen
Initially starting her career as a geologist, Cloudy Kitchen founder Erin Clarkson found her love for baking whilst suffering from homesickness. After moving her…
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Women In Business | Desiree Reid, Cardrona Distillery
For some, creating and founding a business can be a daunting task. However, Desiree Reid, managing director at Cardrona Distillery, knew owning a business…
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Women In Business | Claire Edwards, Tora Collective
The seafood industry has been the focus of Claire Edwards’ attention, not due to inspiration in the traditional sense but rather out of a…
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