Brenden is the Managing Director at Sweeney Townsend. As well as the day-to-day running of the business, Brenden specialises in the forestry and aviation sectors.

Under Brenden’s leadership, the company has gone from one Rotorua location to covering all of New Zealand from four branch offices.

He expects the highest standards of integrity and professionalism from staff. Everyone they deal with is treated with respect, honesty and transparency.

“Our clients must be front and centre of everything we do,” says Brenden. “We put ourselves in their shoes every day, understand their needs, and get the best possible deals for them. Sweeney Townsend clients are like family.”

Brenden is active in the Forest Industry Contractors Association and is a member of the Institute of Directors.