Each year, the Deloitte Fast 50 index recognises the country’s businesses that have shown significant revenue growth over the past three years, establishing the standard for fast-growing companies in New Zealand.
Andrea Scatchard
As we celebrate the programme’s 25th anniversary, it’s particularly special to acknowledge the exceptional achievements of our regional winners from the Bay of Plenty. Their success reflects not only impressive revenue growth over the three-year period, a requirement for entry, but also the spirit of innovation and resilience that defines business in our region.
This year, four locally based businesses secured places on the national Deloitte Fast 50 index, with three also taking home regional category awards: an outstanding result for our local economy.
Leading the charge at #15 is Flicket, achieving remarkable growth of 234% and earning the regional title of Fastest Growing Technology Business.
Flicket’s end-to-end ticketing platform is helping event organisers build and understand their fan base with confidence. The company’s momentum now stretches across New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, and the US, a true example of how technology-led, weightless exports can scale at pace.
At #18 sits Kiwi Artisan, with 204% growth and the regional award for Fastest Growing Food & Beverage Business. Emerging from the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, Kiwi Artisan has reimagined how niche producers reach consumers.
Their platform champions artisan makers while also delivering their own line of distinctive, small-batch products. With demand growing across New Zealand and abroad, Kiwi Artisan is showing how authenticity and strong storytelling can drive global appetite for Kiwi-made goods.
Our region also celebrates Tiny Pools, ranked #43 with 130% growth and the regional award for Fastest Growing Manufacturing Business. Their precast concrete plunge pools are transforming backyards nationwide.
Rounding out the local finalists is Collab Realty, placing #48 with 122% growth. By pairing top real estate professionals with specialist media and design expertise, Collab Realty is reshaping the property experience for clients across the Bay of Plenty and Hawke’s Bay.
These four businesses reflect the theme of this year’s Deloitte Fast 50: Barrier Breakers, Future Makers.
They remind us that growth comes from ambition, a focus on people, and a willingness to explore new markets. When asked what will fuel their next phase of expansion, most Fast 50 companies pointed to international growth, something our regional winners are already pursuing with confidence.
Congratulations to all our Bay of Plenty winners. Your success strengthens our regional economy and demonstrates what’s possible when ambition meets action.
Learn more about the Deloitte Fast 50 programme and see this year’s full results at http://www.fast50.co.nz.
- Andrea Scatchard is a Tax Partner at Deloitte, based in the Bay of Plenty. She can be contacted on ascatchard@deloitte.co.nz
