| 3 “The Marae Infrastructure team provides invaluable opportunities for companies like ours to contribute to and enhance the supplier diversity chain.” REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Stronghold Group T T Bernadette Cooney Driving Māori, Pasifika successes Stronghold Group has a strong team of around 60 workers. Driven by a profound sense of social responsibility and a commitment to uplifting Māori and Pasifika communities, Stronghold Group of Auckland stands at the forefront of promoting supplier diversity across Aotearoa. The construction company is certified and registered as a Māori and Pacific-owned business within Amotai – an initiative by the Auckland Council aimed at unlocking procurement opportunities for businesses from these communities. Established in 2020 by Quincy and Karalee Tangiau, Stronghold Group has quickly risen to prominence in Auckland’s business landscape. As a +IMPAC prequalified organisation, the company specialises in providing endto-end construction management solutions, catering to the commercial, residential and maintenance construction sectors. Quincy’s dedication to nurturing relationships within the construction sector has been pivotal to the company’s success. Known for supplying skilled workers to numerous projects across Auckland, Quincy has solidified Stronghold Group’s reputation as a trusted partner for major construction companies in the region. Their commitment to Kaupapa Māori and successful project deliveries earned them a coveted spot on the supplier panel of the Auckland Council Marae Infrastructure Programme. Karalee Tangiau, the managing director, expresses pride in participating in projects that resonate with their values. “We’re thrilled to be part of the Marae Infrastructure Programme,” Karalee says. With three completed contracts within the programme, they credit the Marae Infrastructure team at Auckland Council as a crucial stepping stone in their company’s growth and development. “The Marae Infrastructure team provides invaluable opportunities for companies like ours to contribute to and enhance the supplier diversity chain.” Currently, Stronghold Group is on the verge of commencing the demolition and construction of the Wharekai/Wharekauta at Te Puea Memorial Marae. “This project marks our largest undertaking to date,” Karalee shares, “and we feel deeply privileged to be part of the marae whanau journey.” Karalee with Ngāti Whātua ki Kaipara ancestry and multicultural roots from Scotland and Ireland, and Quincy, with origins spanning the Cook Islands, Nuie and Papua New Guinea, take immense pride in infusing their cultural heritage throughout their business operations. Quincy’s journey in construction, spanning nearly three decades, began with a Pasifika scholarship building course at Unitec at the age of 17, leading to trade qualification by 21. Mentored by supportive figures like Mike Aitkens and the late Kaumatua Bob Hawke, alongside his wife Aroha, Quincy acknowledges their profound influence on his early career in building. Karalee, leveraging her expertise in Māori community development and education, attributes her strong work ethic and passion for improving educational outcomes for Māori to early mentors Tui Ahloo, Yvonne O’Brien and Jilly Tyler. Surrounding themselves with individuals of integrity and kindness remains a fundamental value for Quincy and Karalee. “People and family are paramount to us, with a team of approximately 60, 80% of whom are Maori and Pasifika, we acknowledge our team are our heartbeat.” As they strategically manage the company’s growth, their commitment to developing their workforce remains steadfast, ultimately contributing to the broader prosperity of their communities and fulfilling the vision of supplier diversity and wider outcomes. The staff of Nulook Windows 2000 bring an extensive knowledge and depth of experience to any project, providing customers with a great back-up service in all aspects of window and door manufacture, supply & installation across the Auckland area. www.nulook.co.nz | 09 275 1575 | simon@win2000.co.nz Our team is comprised of highly trained electricians in all types and sizes of Residential, Retail, Commercial and Civil projects. We have extensive experience in all electrical works including, ICT, Alarms, Automation and Design. RESIDENTIAL INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL RETAIL SERVICES MAINTENANCE & SERVICING HEALTH & SAFETY www.bmeltd.co.nz 0800 USE BME info@bmeltd.co.nz Johnston Associates has enjoyed a long-term relationship with Quincy, Karalee and the Team at Stronghold Group, working with them as the business has evolved over the last 12 years. They are a much respected and loyal client, and we admire their Team focus and positivity, alongside the development they bring to the community. We congratulate Stronghold on their continued business growth, continued success and commend their commitment to excellence – which truly makes them an industry leader. C`Xd 8Çkl $ GXike\i# Af_ejkfe 8jjfZ`Xk\j% Email: lXÇkl@aXZXl%Zf%ez# DfY`c\ ')( -)' ((-% Dedicated to bui lding futures As Accountants and Advisors, we are proud to be part of Stronghold Group’s business journey. 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