NZ Guide to Financial Freedom

Join Ryan J Melton as he sits down with the ever-engaging Simon Walker, once fondly nicknamed "Simon Walker Cricket Talker" by his Year 4 teacher. From his early days of being the chatterbox in pre-school to his current role leading a dynamic team at Proposition, Simon's journey is a testament to passion and evolution. In this episode, they delve into the intricacies of 'deep work' and its transfo...

In the latest episode of the NZ Business Owners podcast, host Ryan J Melton welcomes Laura & Raymond McKay, the visionary founders of RUN, a Māori-owned, globally awarded advertising and design agency. Established in 2008, RUN has carved a niche for itself by seamlessly blending creativity with business acumen. The McKays delve into the intricacies of brand management, the essence of authentic...

In this riveting episode of the "NZ Business Owners" podcast, host Ryan J Melton sits down with the illustrious Lwindi Ellis, a beacon in the world of PR and communications. Lwindi's journey is nothing short of inspiring. With a career that spans nearly two decades, she has been the driving force behind world-leading consumer brands, government departments, tourism boards, and more. Dive deep into...

Once upon a time in the bustling world of digital marketing, a group of creative minds gathered to share their secrets, and on this episode of "NZ Business Owners," your host Ryan J Melton sits down with the dynamic duo - Rory Wyatt and Tash Gate. Join us on a captivating journey through the realm of social media marketing, the art of website building, and the skill of convincing clients to invest...

Welcome to a thought-provoking episode of NZ Business Owners, where host Ryan J Melton sits down with the esteemed guest, Ranald Hendriks, for a captivating masterclass on human capital and organizational values. In this comprehensive guide, they delve into the fascinating evolution of human resources, with a profound focus on embracing ability over bias. In this episode, Ranald Hendriks, a renown...

In this insightful episode of "NZ Business Owners," host Ryan J Melton sits down with Ben Paul, a seasoned professional in the field of sales and business strategy. Ben shares his journey from working with his first sales mentor in London to founding his own business, focusing on teaching finance for non-financial managers. Throughout the conversation, Ben emphasizes the importance of integrity, f...

In this episode of the NZ Business Owners podcast, host Ryan J Melton sits down with Waldo Van Niekerk, a seasoned entrepreneur and digital strategist with a unique journey. Waldo shares his story of growing up in South Africa during the apartheid era, his early interest in computers, and how he navigated the challenges of his youth to become a successful entrepreneur. Waldo discusses his experien...

Join us on the latest episode of NZ Business Owners as Ryan J Melton sits down with the dynamic Phil Dossett, Director, Growth Specialist at Engage Digital, a leading digital marketing agency based in Auckland. In this engaging conversation, Phil takes us on a journey through the world of growth marketing and its transformative impact on businesses in the Auckland region and beyond. As a growth ma...

In this episode of "NZ Business Owners," host Ryan J Melton sits down with Nick Manarangi, a marketing agency and sports media owner, to dive into the realm of digital business, marketing strategies, and the impact of social media. Nick, the director of Ryze Digital in New Zealand, shares his insights on how nonprofits and businesses can maximize their online presence to make a greater impact. As...

In this episode of NZ Business Owners, host Ryan J Melton sits down with Samantha Thornton-Jones, the Managing Director and Digital Designer at Skyrocket, a leading web design and development agency based in Auckland, New Zealand. Samantha is a branding and marketing expert, with a keen eye for creating captivating online presences. With a wealth of experience in the industry, Samantha shares her...

Join Ryan J Melton in an insightful conversation with Rebecca Caroe, the voice behind 'Creative Agency Secrets', on the latest episode of NZ Business Owners podcast. As a B2B strategic marketing and digital business specialist, Rebecca brings 12 years of experience in the field, having worked in Australasian, European, and US markets. Her expertise lies in tactical digital marketing, search engine...

In this episode of NZ Business Owners, host Ryan J Melton sits down with Mohit Nain, a highly experienced and accomplished accountant. With a diverse background in the freight, environmental services, hospitality, and transport industries, Mohit brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Throughout the conversation, Ryan delves into Mohit's professional journey and highlights his str...

In this episode of the NZ Business Owners podcast, host Ryan J Melton sits down with Kagwa Kironde, the Founder and Managing Director of Dream Config, a New Zealand-based digital agency that's making waves in the world of digital strategy, website design, development, and growth marketing. With over 13 years of experience at the helm of Dream Config, Kagwa has been instrumental in helping small to...

In this episode of NZ Business Owners, host Ryan J Melton sits down with the remarkable Cathy Mellett, Director of Net Branding, Keynote Speaker, Digital Marketing Consultant, Author, and Founder of the I'm Enough Charitable Trust. With an extensive career spanning over three decades in the information services industry, Cathy brings a wealth of unrivaled experience to support her clients' online...

In this episode of NZ Business Owners, host Ryan J Melton sits down with the renowned British-born entrepreneur, author, and lecturer Richard Conway, who has made his mark in New Zealand's business landscape. As the founder of Pure SEO, co-founder of iCompare, and Toru Creative, Richard has become a leading authority in the world of search engine optimization (SEO) and digital marketing. During th...

In this episode of NZ Business Owners, host Ryan J Melton sits down with Alex Redford, an accomplished executive with extensive experience in digital marketing and advertising. With a strong background in strategy, transformation, programmatic advertising, and performance media, Alex has played a pivotal role in the growth and development of iProspect New Zealand and Amnet, Dentsu Aegis's Trading...

Join Ryan J Melton on the latest episode of NZ Business Owners as he sits down with Duncan Shand, the founder and visionary behind YoungShand, one of New Zealand's leading independent agencies. In this insightful conversation, Duncan takes us on a journey through his remarkable career, starting from the early days of the digital marketing revolution to the present, where YoungShand is making waves...

In this episode of NZ Business Owners, host Ryan J Melton sits down with Mike Taylor, a seasoned expert in leveraging digital technology and customer-focused design to drive business success. With over a decade of experience, Mike has played a pivotal role in the growth and development of BBT, one of New Zealand's largest independent digital agencies. Starting with just himself and one employee, M...

Join host Ryan J Melton on the latest episode of NZ Business Owners as he interviews Bradley Hartley, the passionate owner of Hartway, a leading social media management and marketing company. Bradley shares his expertise in helping businesses of all sizes amplify their online presence and connect with their target audiences through captivating and impactful campaigns. In this episode, Bradley take...

Join Ryan J Melton as he sits down with Auckland's esteemed Commercial Finance Adviser, Andrew Chambers, on another captivating episode of NZ Business Owners. Andrew, the co-founder of Eightfold Financial Services, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from his extensive career in the banking and mortgage industries. With a remarkable 19-year tenure at ANZ, Andrew's expertise spans various s...

In this exciting episode of NZ Business Owners, Ryan J Melton sits down with James Stevenson, a prominent figure in the field of Engineering Recruitment in New Zealand. As the founder and driving force behind Grada Recruitment, James has built a reputation for successfully connecting exceptional talent with leading clients across various sectors, both locally and internationally. Having spent cons...

In this episode of NZ Business Owners, host Ryan J Melton sits down with Shafraz Khan, a highly respected commercial law specialist and one of the country's leading transport lawyers. With his vast expertise in litigation, Shafraz has become a sought-after adviser in the transport and marine sector, offering practical and strategic solutions to his clients. Shafraz shares his valuable insights on...

Join host Ryan J Melton in this thought-provoking episode of "NZ Business Owners" as he sits down with Garry Green, the founder of Quanton, New Zealand's leading company in intelligent automation. Garry shares his expertise and insights gained from over two decades of experience at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge technology. Discover how Quanton helps organizations gain a competitive edge...

Welcome to the "NZ Business Owners Podcast" with your host, Ryan J Melton. In this episode, Ryan sits down with Vinay Iswar, a seasoned expert specializing in helping service-based businesses reach new heights. Vinay's expertise lies in working with businesses that have at least five employees and an annual turnover of over a million dollars. However, don't let that limit you! This discussion is b...

In this powerful and moving episode, Jerome Jacobs – a business coach and advisor with nearly two decades of experience in the professional and construction industries – shares the story of his cherished family tradition: gathering for burgers and chips every Friday night. This simple ritual was unexpectedly disrupted when a flood caused extensive damage to their home and possessions. Amid the cha...