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  • Former Chef discovers recipe for success as CrestClean...

    Mandeep Singh is a shining example of dedication and hard work paying off. Recently recognised as CrestClean’s Franchisee of the Year for the Hawke’s Bay region, Mandeep is living proof of where hard work can take you. Before joining CrestClean, Mandeep was a head chef with a demanding schedule that

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  • CrestClean franchise teams connect and collaborate at Taranaki...

    There was a fantastic turnout at the Taranaki Regional Team Meeting. Held at the Devon Hotel in New Plymouth, franchise teams from all over the region came together to enjoy a friendly team atmosphere. Managing Director, Grant McLauchlan, delivered an informative presentation to introduce the ‘CrestClean Standard’. This programme ensures

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  • Adrian Cashmore settles in as Wellington Master Franchisee

    Adrian Cashmore has wasted no time making his mark as the new Wellington Master Franchisee. Since stepping into the role a few months back, he’s focused on building strong relationships with the region’s customers and franchisees. He kicked things off by dedicating the first six weeks to meeting with each

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  • CrestClean franchise owners leave equipped for success after...

    The sun came out for CrestClean’s Tauranga Regional Team Meeting on Friday 21 June. With a fantastic turnout, Tauranga franchise owners attended a presentation packed with valuable information, delivered by Managing Director, Grant McLauchlan. Grant covered a range of topics, introducing the ‘CrestClean Standard’ – the company’s programme of delivering

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  • CrestClean Hawke's Bay celebrates success and strength at...

    CrestClean’s Hawke’s Bay franchise owners recently gathered at the Napier Conference Centre for their annual Regional Team Meeting where attendees shared knowledge and celebrated many individual achievements. Hawke’s Bay Regional Master Franchisee, Tim O’Leary, was impressed by the strong turnout. For Tim, the highlight was the interaction between franchise teams

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  • Taranaki couple awarded for excellence in first year...

    CrestClean franchise owners, John and Jezka Birondo were recently awarded a Certificate of Excellence in recognition of their outstanding customer service. Upon receiving the news, Jezka was lost for words. “John and I were speechless,” she says. “We’re very honoured to receive this award. It gives us motivation to continue

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  • CrestClean Connects with Medical Professionals at GPCME 2024

    CrestClean Master Franchisees Tim O’Leary from Hawkes Bay and Jan Lichtwark from Tauranga recently attended the General Practice Conference and Medical Exhibition (GPCME), held at the Energy Events Centre in Rotorua. This marked CrestClean’s third year participating in the GPCME. The event provided GPs, Practice Nurses, and Practice Managers with

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  • CrestClean welcomes new CEO of Forté Health and...

    During a recent visit to Christchurch, CrestClean Managing Director, Grant McLauchlan, had the opportunity to connect with one of our longstanding customers, Forté Health. This visit was particularly significant as it marked our first meeting with Michael Woodhouse, who was appointed CEO earlier this year. “It was great to be

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  • CrestClean’s future is in good hands with two-year-old...

    Two-year-old Krisha Rao is ready to follow in her dad’s footsteps, eagerly putting on an oversized CrestClean uniform every day as Kritesh gets ready for work. “As soon as I wear the uniform, she wants to go to work with me, so I need to tell her that she’s too

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  • Tauranga franchisee thanks Matua Primary School for supporting...

    Tauranga CrestClean franchisee, Radha Narayan, treated staff at Matua Primary School with a delicious morning tea to celebrate her daughter Sanjeshni’s recent graduation from Otago University. Proud of her daughter’s achievements, Radha went all out to celebrate. The celebration wasn’t just about the graduation; it was an expression of gratitude

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  • Dunedin teams proudly sport CrestClean colours at South...

    The South Island Filipino Sports Festival bounced back this year, reuniting teams from Nelson to Invercargill for a weekend of basketball and community spirit. Held in Christchurch on June 1st and 2nd, 34 teams competed in the event. While the event previously boasted a wider range of sports like badminton,

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  • Balclutha franchise owners come prepared for every task...

    Farina and Farsheed Shah are a husband-and-wife team that have owned a CrestClean franchise in Balclutha for almost 10 years. The couple are a shining example of franchisee success. The Shahs are renowned for their expertise in both carpet and hard floor cleaning. Recognising the importance of reliable equipment, they’ve

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