Bold Company

In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Sarah Adams, Managing Director of Queen Anne Chocolates, to talk about leading a historic Canterbury brand with deep roots and nationwide recognition.

Sarah shares insights into protecting legacy while driving innovation, building customer loyalty across generations, and navigating the realities of modern manufacturing and retail. From the Christmas rush to growing beyond the region, she reflects on what it takes to evolve a much-loved local brand in a competitive market.

Tune in for an engaging conversation about heritage, leadership, and the sweet balance between tradition and growth.

In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Dame Sue Bagshaw, doctor and Chair of the Youth Hub Trust, to explore a lifetime dedicated to serving young people in Christchurch.

Sue shares how identifying gaps in youth health services led to the creation of the Youth One Stop Shop and, ultimately, the Youth Hub.

The conversation spans leadership, relationships, workplace culture, youth employment, and the importance of belonging. Sue reflects on why productivity starts with people, why mentoring matters, and how businesses can play a role in shaping better outcomes for young people.

Tune in for an inspiring discussion on purpose-led leadership, resilience, and building a stronger community by working together.

In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Justin Watson, Chief Executive of Christchurch Airport, to explore the vital role aviation plays in powering Canterbury’s economy.

Justin shares insights into leading one of the region’s most important infrastructure assets, the future of air travel, and how Christchurch Airport connects Ōtautahi to global markets through both physical and economic “corridors in the sky.”

Tune in for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, connectivity, regional growth, and the opportunities ahead for Canterbury.

In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Sam from Grizzly Baked Goods to share the journey from a 2013 farmers market bagel stall to one of Christchurch’s most loved bakeries.

They discuss the power of social media, scaling from 12 to 70 staff, and building a strong brand grounded in consistency, creativity, and community.

Tune in for a candid look at hospitality growth, entrepreneurship, and the hustle behind great bread.

In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Alli Kennedy, entrepreneur and founder of Sharenanigans , a board game designed to make investing and financial literacy fun for young people and families.

Ali shares how a lack of practical money education sparked the idea, and how she turned it into a crowdfunded product now driving conversations around kitchen tables and classrooms. From backing herself as a young founder to building community, securing grants, and navigating the realities of startup life, she offers honest insights into building a business in New Zealand.

Tune in for an energetic conversation about entrepreneurship, confidence, strong networks, and why making your first dollar is the moment a business becomes real.

In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Patsy Bass from Reefton Distilling Co. to explore how a small West Coast town is making a big impact on the global craft spirits stage.

Patsy shares the story behind building a premium distillery in Reefton: where tradition meets innovation and every bottle reflects the land, community, and pioneering spirit it comes from. The conversation highlights the strength of small communities, the power of local talent, and how innovation often grows from solving practical, on-the-ground challenges.

Tune in for an inspiring discussion about regional entrepreneurship, coaster pride, global ambition, and why sometimes the most world-class ideas come from places that fly under the radar.

In this episode of Bold Company, Tim sits down with Leeann Watson from Business Canterbury and Cheryl de la Rey from University of Canterbury to discuss the powerful role anchor institutions play in shaping Canterbury’s economic future.

They explore what businesses are really looking for in graduates: communication skills, critical thinking, and adaptability in an AI-driven world and how education must stay future-focused to meet evolving industry needs.

Tune in for a candid conversation about regional growth, bold leadership, record enrolments, major infrastructure momentum, and why it’s time for Canterbury to confidently tell its success story.

In this episode of Business Canterbury's Bold Company Podcast, Hannah and Tim speak with Claire Waghorn, Sustainable Transition Lead at Christchurch International Airport, about driving real change in one of the hardest industries to decarbonise.

Claire shares her journey from politics to tackling aviation emissions head-on, helping cut the airport’s operational footprint by 92% and building it into a future-focused energy hub. From navigating public perception to embracing the small wins, Claire offers honest insights into how progress happens through action, not perfection.

Hit play to hear how smart strategy, and persistence can shift even the most complex systems  🔋🌍 

In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Colin Mansbridge, CEO of the Crusaders rugby team. Colin shares his unconventional journey into sports leadership, insights into how the Crusaders build a high-performing culture rooted in connection, identity, and good people. From leading a major brand refresh to balancing business sustainability with elite performance, Colin reveals what it takes to guide a legacy organisation in modern times. 

Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on leadership, purpose-driven branding, and why culture is more than a buzzword...it’s a game-changer  🙌 

In this episode of Business Canterbury's Bold Company Podcast, Hannah and Tim sit down with Ross Milne, CEO of Leaft Foods - a Canterbury-based company redefining how we grow and consume protein.

From global food industry experience to leading a high-impact agritech startup, Ross discusses innovation, efficient execution, and reshaping Canterbury’s farming future with Rubisco 🌾

Hit play to discover how Leaft Foods is changing the way the world eats... one leaf at a time 🌍