History
The short version - Manage was founded in 2011 by our Managing Director Martin Wouters, a former accountant who was frustrated at the disparity, and lack of transparency in the ACC system.
The final straw came when Martin discovered that most New Zealand businesses over-pay in ACC levies, and even worse - they have no idea. Realising a real need to get this information in front of businesses owners and to create change, he decided to do something about it.
And so it began - Manage was established, and many years were spent nurturing relationships, gaining trust, and helping people to manage their risk and create savings. The old Holden station wagon with the mattress in the back travelled the length of NZ quite a few times!
Manage quickly became an advocate, and the go-to ‘ACC people’ for businesses all around the country.
As time has passed we have carefully brought together people at the top of their game to ensure our clients receive the best quality service. Not only are these people full to the brim of invaluable knowledge, they also share the same genuine desire to help New Zealand businesses.
We are: You can think of us as the Jack Russell of the compliance world. We’re small (though growing rapidly) and we’re mighty. We’re loyal and tenacious, but we’re also not afraid to create our own path, or challenge the rules so to speak.
We have the enthusiasm of a start up company, and the professional experience of an old established law firm.
We are not box tickers, nor the computer-says-no types. We are proactive solution-finding types. We want you to walk away from us in a better position than when you came to us.
Values - set by the team for the team
Effective – We make change, real solution-creating change. We don’t expect to gain our clients’ trust through wearing an expensive suit, we do so through getting results.
Real – We say what we mean and we mean what we say. We’re interested in people and their businesses, but we’re more than happy to chat about their dog’s vet appointment too.
People first - we advocate for people, always.
Passionate - Passionate about government compliance. Yes, you read that right, that’s us.
Courageous - We carve our own path and stand up for what is right.
Evolve – We are agile and constantly seeking ways to grow and adapt. We’re moving forward and ahead so we can help our clients to move forward and ahead.
Now you know a little about us, we’d love to know more about you…
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Talk to us
info@managecompany.co.nz
0800 RISK NZ (0800 747 569)
Our Team
We believe it’s good to know who you’re talking to, so here we are. This is us.
Founder / Managing Director
Martin Wouters
What motivates me and gets me excited is seeing employers well presented in the compliance space. That is they pay what they legally should and their risk is managed as best as it can. Sadly, too many pay far too much and have far too much risk.
Too often what happens in practice is far removed from legislation. The team and I really don’t mind rolling up our sleeves and being the oil for the squeaky wheel. In fact, once you meet us you will quickly realise, we rather enjoy doing it!
This is what Manage Group is all about - being prepared to hold ACC, WorksafeNZ, and others accountable and driving practical and workable solutions for our clients and stakeholders.
On a personal level I am addicted to the ocean and mountains. Volunteer surf lifeguard in Mt Maunganui, row surfboats and coastal skiffs for giggles, race yachts, dive, surf, etc. When I get bored with the water I can be found in the mountains running trails or just getting lost.
Martin can be contacted at martin@managecompany.co.nz or 021 322 286.
General Manager
Sue Walton
Sue comes from ACC where her last role was as Relationship Manager looking after both employers and intermediaries… like us. Previous to ACC Sue had a business working from home looking after children. This allowed her to raise her own children, earn some income and be a full time foster parent for CYF.
From her wealth of experience and expertise she understands how important your business is to you. Also helping run her husbands business from home, Sue has an in depth understanding of how difficult it can be for businesses in New Zealand to run a profitable business while still leaving time for yourself.
Sue is based in Wellington with her husband, adult children, grandson, multiple rescue cats and a rescue dog.
She enjoys a nice wine, good food, going to the gym to work off the wine and food, a great book, spending time in the garden and being with friends and family.
In future, Sue would like to move to a lifestyle block, grow her own food and live off the grid.
Sue be contacted at sue@managecompany.co.nz, or 027 2104 918.
Manager, health & safety
John Gould
