Building Business With Purpose with David & Julie Hayes
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From humble beginnings to a global brand, BeeNZ is a family-owned business redefining what’s possible in New Zealand’s honey industry. In this episode of B2B Inspired, founders David and Julie Hayes share their journey of building BeeNZ from the ground up.
They talk about taking big risks, learning the export game, and balancing the pressures of running a business together. From navigating compliance and logistics to crafting a brand story that resonates internationally, their experience is packed with lessons for business owners ready to grow.
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Chapters
1. Introduction to BNZ Honey (00:00:00)
2. Origins and Starting the BNZ Journey (00:01:44)
3. Early Challenges and Learning Curves (00:04:15)
4. Building Their Business Model (00:09:08)
5. Going Global: Export Strategy (00:13:45)
6. Balancing Marriage and Business Partnership (00:19:58)
7. Advice for Couples in Business (00:27:37)
8. Future Vision and Business Misconceptions (00:33:00)
9. Final Advice and Conclusion (00:40:49)
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