2019 C&I Industry Symposium Speakers

Dave Hooker
Executive Director NZACS / MC

Dave is a respected leader in the New Zealand Petroleum and Convenience retail sectors. His track record in performance and leadership at a national and International level dealing with many major FMCG companies is recognised throughout the industry. Before starting Retailworx, Dave worked in Convenience retail management for Mobil Oil NZ Ltd, ExxonMobil Asia Pacific and BP New Zealand. In these positions  Dave spent a number of years on the NZACS management committee. Dave was appointed Executive Director of NZACS three years ago in a part time capacity where he oversees all aspects of the Association.

Wednesday 18 September

Mike Arlidge
On the Spot Group Manager, Foodstuffs

Mike is the Group Manager for On The Spot Group, a banner group of Foodstuffs South Island, and is responsible for 108 stores across the South Island. Mike has worked in the FMCG industry for 25 years, been employed at Foodstuffs SI for 12 years and has been the On the Spot Group Manager for 2½ years.

Peter Morton
Director, Herbert Morton Chartered Accountants

Prior to his career as an Accountant, Peter was a Director and responsible for the management of three service stations and workshop repair businesses. Peter founded Herbert Morton in October 1985 with his partner Keith Herbert and the firm now has 21 team members in three different areas in the North Island. Peter is highly regarded in the service station industry and has contributed heavily to the success of the Motor Trade Association (MTA), serving as a Director for several years. Peter was one of the driving forces behind Automotive Solutions, a group of professional Automotive Repairers throughout New Zealand. Peter works tirelessly for his clients, is a well-known speaker and industry advocate, and fully deserves the recognition of MTA Life Membership

Thursday 19 September

Karina Hellyer
National Operations Manager, Night ‘n’ Day Foodstores

In her role as National Operations Manager at Night ‘n’ Day Foodstores, Karina says she never has a dull moment. Karina worked part-time with Night ‘n’ Day while at high school, and after graduating Otago University moved into a management role within the company’s Dunedin-based head office. Karina’s responsibilities are many and varied, including new store setups, employment and training, security, process and systems, compliance, store layouts and new product roll-outs, franchisee support and inventory management. In 2012, 2013 and 2018, Night ‘n Day featured in New Zealand’s Deloitte Fast 50 companies and a Franchise Association NZ finalist in the 2018 Franchise System of the Year.