Chandar is originally from Sabeto village in Nadi, Fiji. He is married to Rajnish, and they have two children daughter Nalisha (married to Raam) and son Krishant.

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He completed primary  and secondary studies in Fiji before completing his Bachelor of Engineering degree with First Class Honours from Auckland University. His post graduate studies include an Executive Master in Business Administration from the Auckland University, where he was recognised on the Dean’s list for excellence in academic performance.

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Chandar is a Chartered member of Engineering New Zealand as well as a Chartered Professional Engineer in New Zealand and Samoa. He is also registered on the International Professional Engineers and APEC registers. In New Zealand he is also a practice area assessor for registration as a Chartered Professional Engineer in New Zealand.

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Chandar’s career of nearly 40 years has seen him employed in Fiji by the Fiji Sugar Corporation and Fiji Electricity Authority. Since moving to New Zealand, he worked for a lengthy spell at Robt Stone & Co Ltd and a short stint with Tenix Ltd.  In 2010, he started Pacific Engineering Projects Ltd (PEP), a New Zealand head quartered design and build engineering company working across the Pacific including Fiji. PEP works in the water, wastewater, power generation & distribution, petrochemical and food processing sectors.

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Chandar is currently Managing Director of PEP and a director of other private companies in New Zealand and the Pacific. He is the current President of the New Zealand Fiji Business Council.

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email. csen@pacificprojects.co.nz

Arti is an experienced tax lawyer who set up her sole practice, Arti Chand Tax Law, in 2015 after more than a decade in the private sector.  She provides domestic and international tax consulting advice to SME’s, not for profits, law firms, and high net worth individuals.

 

In addition, Arti is:

• Vice President (Wellington) of the New Zealand Law Society;

• Vice President of the Wellington branch council of the New Zealand Law Society;

• An executive committee member of the New Zealand Fiji Business Council; 

• Established member of New Zealand Asian Leaders and New Zealand Asian Lawyers; and 

• The 2018 Winner of the Pasifika Woman Business Owner Award (Pasifika Business Network).

• Arti is of Fijian-Indian descent and grew up in Fiji.  As such she is a strong advocate of celebrating the success of Pacific people and businesses in New Zealand.

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 Qualifications:

• Victoria University of Wellington:  Bachelor of Laws

• Bachelor of Commerce and Administration (Economics and Money & Finance)
   

email. arti@actaxlaw.nz

Bhaskar Sharma was exposed to International Business and trading over 25 years ago while employed as Sales Manager, Pacific for Fletcher Challenge Steel International Limited and later with a private export trading company in Auckland, NZ.

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Bhaskar established his company some 14 years ago and with his engineering background and experience has given Alrite Steel a competitive edge as a supplier of Steel Products into New Zealand and Pacific Islands. 

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Alrite Steel & Services NZ Limited has over 25 years of extensive experience as Steel Stockists, Importers & Suppliers with two warehouses in Auckland, NZ.

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Alrite Steel now represents various major New Zealand and Asian manufacturers and supplies all type of steel and associated products to projects, contractors and fabricators throughout New Zealand and Pacific Island Countries.

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With New Zealand and strategically located manufacturers from around the world and our Auckland Warehouse, our team specialises in and supplies:

• All types of Building and Civil Construction Steel products – stockiest and distributors 

• Innovative kit set steel frame buildings

• Design, Detailing shop drawings, supply and fabrication of steel structures 

• General Civil and Building Construction products and materials (Projects)

email. bs@alrite.co.nz​​

Originally trained in Hesketh Henry’s commercial property team, Ben re-joined the firm’s commercial group after 7 years working as a corporate lawyer in South East Asia.  Prior to his return to New Zealand, Ben was a senior associate in the Singapore corporate and M&A practice group of international law firm Stephenson Harwood LLP, specialising in cross border M&A and foreign direct investment deals into Myanmar and the wider region.  Ben’s legal experience and extensive business network in South East Asia compliments and adds depth to Hesketh Henry’s growing Asia Practice.

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email. ben.hickson@heskethhenry.co.nz ​

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Anish Deo is a technology professional with over 25 years of experience in data, analytics, cloud platforms, and AI. He has various roles across the Asia Pacific, UK, and Europe, delivering successful digital and cloud transformation initiatives. As Regional Head for New Zealand and the Pacific at Reflections Global, Anish helps organisations adopt practical technology solutions across diverse sectors. Originally from Lautoka, Fiji, he is now based in Wellington.

 

Reflections Global is a trusted innovation and technology partner with over 20 years of experience delivering digital solutions across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Europe.

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With a strong VC-backed foundation and a global delivery model, Reflections Global provides expert services in Data & AI, Cloud Platforms, Application Modernization, and Digital Services. Our commitment to value-driven outcomes and rapid deployment has positioned us as a preferred technology partner for enterprises seeking to modernize and scale.

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Operating through regional hubs in New Zealand, Australia, the US, Middle East, Brazil, and India, Reflections Global supports clients through:

• Data and AI solutions for decision intelligence and automation

• Cloud-native platforms and application modernization

• Digital strategy, design, and custom development

• End-to-end managed services and offshore delivery capabilities

 

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email. anish.deo@reflectionsinfos.com

• Successful career in the International Freight Forwarding industry for over 25 years – covering imports, exports, customer services, sales, general management, now Managing Director/founder Nassau International Limited

• Started Nassau International 5 years ago – niche business tailored to small/medium businesses, identified a need/gap within the Pacific Islands requiring a NZ based company to assist with sourcing products, contacting suppliers on their behalf to get their orders/supplies/goods in a timely, cost effective manner.

• Travelling last 10 years to Fiji and Cook Islands developing a solid client base

• Forte – understanding the needs of the Pacific people

• Currently involved with project work to the Pacific Islands offering consultancy and support

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email. jackie@nassau.co.nz

Noel, Fiji born and originally from Lami, Suva, attended MBHS, Suva and completed his tertiary education in New Zealand. He is a Registered Engineering Associate, Charted Member of Engineering New Zealand and is a NZ Private Security Personal License holder (PSPLA) and consultant.

Noel is the MD /CEO of HTS Group Ltd /HTS Australia Pty Ltd and Traffic Safety and Solar Products Ltd, companies providing integrated and product solutions across Traffic, ITS, Public Transport, Digital Media, and Sports Timing sectors of business.

Noel has an established track record of undertaking projects in Fiji over the last thirtyfive years with the support of Fiji based servicing partners. He has supported and mentored employees to enhance their careers and establish successful business in New Zealand.

Looking for business opportunities to enhance bi-lateral trade.

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email. nmaharaj@htsgroup.co.nz

Nitesh Prasad is the founder and director of NAL Civil and Structural Engineers Limited (NAL) - website: www.nalengineers.com. He is a Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) with Engineering New Zealand (ENZ) and a Professional Member of Engineers Fiji, specialising in Civil and Structural Engineering. With over 18 years of experience working on both small- and large-scale projects across New Zealand and the South Pacific, Nitesh is highly skilled in providing innovative and cost-effective solutions to complex structural challenges.

In 2013, Nitesh established NAL out of a passion for civil engineering, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions to clients. As part of his commitment to the industry, he also serves as a Practice Area Assessor (PAA) for ENZ, helping members pursue their Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) accreditation. Additionally, he holds Professional Membership with Engineers Fiji (Membership Number: 929).

Nitesh has broad experience in civil and structural engineering design and project management, covering infrastructure, residential, and commercial building sectors. He is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality in his work. As an excellent communicator, Nitesh works closely with clients, engineers, and construction teams to ensure that projects are feasible, meet design requirements, and comply with professional ethical standards. He is also skilled in scenario modelling, which enables clients to make well-informed decisions by evaluating multiple design options and selecting the optimal solution for the best project outcomes.

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email. nitesh.prasad@nalengineers.com

​After a thriving career in different businesses, MOHNZ was pleased to welcome Michael to the team. As a motivated, results-oriented collaborator, He’s helped to make us what we are today. 

 

​Major achievements:

• Being a high achiever in sales nationally for brands such as Audi, Volkswagen, and Citroen

• Awarded Audi Sales manager of the year Premium Status

• Running the team that raised over $50K for the Christchurch earthquake relief fund by way of having an open day at the Farmer Motor Group TGA for Phil Rudd (Drummer for ACDC). We had on display some of the 28 cars that I had sold him over 18 months, the most expensive one being the Ferrari F40 valued close to $1 million 

• Facilitating the event of the Audi R8 V10 racing the Air force Jet at Tauranga air show.

• Being part of the management team that produced the Corporate boxing event in Tauranga raising over $80k for Waipuna Hospice. Over 2500 attendees for this black tie event

• Attending Vehicle releases in Dubai, Germany, and Prague. Why is this a major event? …..
  I was one of 8 in the country.

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email. michael@mohnz.com

Prakash is a seasoned Chief Executive, Solicitor and CFO/COO and leads the New Zealand, Fiji, India and South Africa operations of AMERINZ LEGAL, PM PROJECTS, IQAFJ and IMMIFLY. Prakash has worked for, consulted to and advised businesses and governments in Fiji and New Zealand. His engagement some blue-chip organisations that include Air New Zealand, Fonterra, Fletcher Challenge Forests, Housing New Zealand, Philips New Zealand, Auckland Council, Ports of Auckland, Ministry of Primary Industries and Ministry of Education, to name a few. He holds an MBA, LLB and NZ-Dip. Bus-International Business from Massey, Auckland and AUT Universities.

 

Prakash has significant experience in successfully leading, managing and strategic planning organisations and projects having worked in senior management roles including at commercial manager, CFO/COO and CEO levels. He has a wealth of understanding and experience in law, mergers and acquisitions, finance and governance, assurance, strategy, and project management. He has had the benefit of living and working in Fiji, New Zealand and in Asia.

 

Prakash was born and raised in a farming family in Fiji and lives in Grafton, Auckland.

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email. prakash@pmps.co.nz

Neel Pillay is the Associate Director Markets for ANZ NZ.  An experienced Banker having worked for BNZ and ANZ, Neel’s current role sees him provide complex Foreign exchange solutions to Institutional, Corporate and Commercial customers using full range and appropriate use of the Bank’s range of vanilla, derivative and consultative FX products.

 

His previous roles included; Senior FX Relationship Manager Markets, ANZ Melbourne and Head of Markets Fiji.

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email. neel.pillay@anz.com

Rohil is the Operations Manager for Keola, a family run construction company based in Auckland.

 

After completing a BCom at the University of Auckland majoring in Finance & Economics he decided to take up Quantity Surveying, is a member of NZIQS and has managed projects up to $15m.

 

Having ties back to Fiji as a 1st generation Kiwi, he is a strong advocate for fostering relationships between the two countries.

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email. rohil@keola.co.nz

Ron is Chief Underwriting Officer at Tower with more than 30 years’ experience in the insurance industry in New Zealand, London and India. Ron’s previous roles include executive management of large operational teams (150+), risk and compliance overview of operational and sales teams, NZ Integration Lead for merger of two large Australian general insurers and managing large portfolios of intermediated and partner businesses. Ron has led business ownership of large transformation programmes predominantly for migration of legacy business to new products and platforms. He also represents Tower on Boards of Pacific businesses.

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email. ronald.mudaliar@tower.co.nz

Samantha has more than 25 years’ experience leading contact centres and IT helpdesks. Her background also includes roles with large, multi-site outsourcing contact centres, in both the private and public sectors in New Zealand and overseas. With her business sector facing some new and exciting challenges over the next few years with the introduction of new contact centre technologies, Samantha is determined to help her colleagues and members navigate these uncharted waters to ensure their success.

Over the last five or so years, Samantha has really enjoyed collaborating with some amazing volunteers at CCiNZ (Contact Centre Institute of New Zealand), and most recently assisted CCiNZ as their treasurer and vice chair.

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email. Samantha@phoneplus.co.nz

Dr. Shaw Mead’s more than 25 years of experience and background is in coastal oceanography and marine ecology allows him to effectively bridge the multi-disciplinary gap between physical processes and marine ecological impacts.

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email. s.mead@ecoast.co.nz​

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