The stories below give you a sense of the owners our consultants work with — and the kind of impact thoughtful, experienced advice can have.
Keith Paton
Keith Paton Joinery, Cambridge
"Going through the STEP Up Programme completely changed the direction of our business. When we first met BSP, we were thinking about selling. However as we learnt after our first meeting, the business wasn't ready to sell.
We would've accepted a lower price just to move on but our advisor encouraged us to stay on, improve our systems, and lift profitability.
Within a year the business was more profitable, and we ended up selling to one of our long-time employees. It was a great outcome all round."
Frank Pope
Pope Electrical, Papamoa
"Working with BSP Advisory and their STEP Philosophy has completely transformed Pope Electrical.
For the first time in our 60-year history, we have clear financials, measurable results, and a solid plan for growth — plus a consultant we can bounce ideas off and get constructive feedback.
Our turnover and staff productivity have increased, and I finally have more time to spend with my family — I can't recommend them enough!"
Alanna Aarts
Thoroughbred Horse Floats, Thoroughbred Engineering, & Trailer World Auckland
"Before working with BSP Advisory, we knew we had potential — but we weren't operating at our best. We needed stronger systems and clearer direction for the future. Our advisor helped us focus on building a great team, developing strong leadership, and creating a culture where everyone could thrive.
Step by step, we implemented changes that transformed how the business runs.
Now, we're in a better, stronger position than we've ever been before.
We have the freedom to step back, knowing we can delegate with complete trust.
We're especially proud that our son has joined the business — succession planning has become a reality, not just a distant goal. The journey with BSP has been about more than just growth — it's been about building something sustainable for the next generation"
"One of our BSP consultants core strengths is his ability to integrate himself into our business and learn all that is needed to help guide us through the complexities of any given situation. Our consultant has provided leadership, sales & communication training for our staff and has built a good rapport with our team and is a good sounding board for us as business owners."
- Jane Verhoeven, Automotive Solutions
"We have now been working in Collaboration with our Advisor from Business Success Partners for a year and a half. This has been one of the best decisions we have ever made in the nearly fifteen-year history of our business. We now have a crystal-clear vision and solid business plan in place and the business has increased turnover significantly in the last financial year."
- Chris Morris, Powdercoating NZ
"BSP has been working with our business for the last year. Our Advisor has a very hands-on approach in helping set goals, developing leadership structure, plugging profit leaks, and ensuring tasks are completed. He engages not only us but our whole team to work towards desired results, and is always prepared to mediate or bounce ideas off when required."
- Tony & Miriam, Laser Plumbing
