Dunedin

Meet two high-flying franchisees who’ve shown how determination and hard work can reap rich rewards in more ways than one. Dan and Madhu Pariachi’s CrestClean business is booming and they’ve now been able to purchase a place of their own – something that just a couple of years ago would have seemed unimaginable. It could

Eager children at Balclutha’s Rosebank School went on a clean-up crusade after Crest franchisee Farina Shah spoke at morning assembly. When the youngsters heard about Crest’s Cleanest Classroom Award the eager youngsters couldn’t wait to get started. Farina was joined by Antoine Zoghbi, Crest’s Otago and Southland Quality Assurance Co-ordinator. The pair explained how the

CrestClean’s Grant McLauchlan is aiming to shine in the kitchen by cooking up a storm when he joins celebrity chefs in a sizzling fundraiser to help struggling families. Grant is among other high-profile New Zealand managing directors and CEOs who have accepted the culinary challenge. The event aims to raise money for FoodShare, a social

Meet legal eagle Anne McKibben-Singh who is looking to spread her wings after fitting in law studies around working with her husband on their CrestClean Franchise. Anne, who completed a law and philosophy degree at the University of Otago, has set her sights on becoming a lawyer. In the meantime she is helping her husband

It’s his pride and joy and there’s a story of hard work and determination as to why it’s looking spic and span. CrestClean Dunedin Franchisee Nitij Maharaj has a strong work ethic that is not only reflected in his cleaning duties – it extends right down to the presentation of his company van. Nitij has

Seven years has gone fast for Dunedin franchisees Hilda Whatuira-Davies and William Davies. The husband and wife team received a Long Service Award recognising their commitment. “Seven years has gone fast,” Hilda says. “We really enjoy what we do.” The decision to join CrestClean was made easier after Hilda was impressed with the way their

Ensuring excellent customer satisfaction and the ability to effectively handle situations are two of many things Antoine Zoghbi thrives on. Antoine is CrestClean’s Quality Assurance Co-ordinator for Otago and Southland, which includes Dunedin, Central Otago and Invercargill. This role requires Antoine to undertake quality audits, assist with implementing new contracts and be a guiding force

Sarah McCormack has enjoyed seeing Crest grow over the last 10 years. Sarah looks after the Franchisee Financial Services arm of CrestClean. In recognition of her 10 year service, Sarah, who is one of many long-standing CrestClean personnel, was presented with a glass plaque and a $2000 travel voucher by Managing Director Grant McLauchlan. “I

Dunedin franchisees enjoyed the chance to catch up with each other at the annual team meeting. The meeting, which was held at the Balmacewen Golf Course lounge on August 18, outlined business development within the last 12 months and included a celebration of Crest reaching 500 Franchises. Eka Praganta and Mieliana Sunarto were presented with

James and Sarah Yun’s customers think the world of them. The Dunedin husband and wife team are celebrating 10 years with Crest. They are two of a number of Crest’s long-standing franchisees. During the last decade James and Sarah have seen a number of changes. “A lot has changed. We have enjoyed watching Crest grow.

A team of 12 Dunedin CrestClean franchisees rallied together to clean up a ‘heart-breaking’ site after widespread flooding caused major problems for businesses last month. As a result franchisee teams came to the aid of many businesses around the city including Radius Fulton Rest Home. The kitchen, which is run by Ace Food Services and

Financial Controller Sharon Churchill is proud to have seen CrestClean grow from one franchisee in Dunedin to over 480 franchisees in New Zealand. In recognition of her 10-year service, Managing Director Grant McLauchlan presented Sharon, who is one of many long-standing CrestClean personnel, with a glass plaque and a $2000 travel voucher. “It was an