Who are we?
We are industry leading hospitality professionals, equipped to take on everything our unique industry can throw at us.
Our Expertise
We are both specialists and generalists, giving you the best possible outcomes for your requirements.
We can advise on areas such as:
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Strategic Planning & Governance
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Customer Growth & Retention
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Project Advice
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Business Transformation
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Human Resources, Culture & Training
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Policy
Our Philosophy
Hospitality is not a 'one size fits all' type of industry when it comes to advice, and often other types of advisors don't understand the everyday complex challenges of owning and running these types of businesses. We go even further by spending time directly in your business to better understand your requirements to give you the best outcomes.
Our Commitment to Results
Our commitment to our clients is unparalleled. We let our reputation speak for itself.
Our Experience
Our experience comes from the years on the restaurant floor, in the bar, in the kitchen, behind the coffee machine, in the office & in the boardroom. We really do cover it all.
The Team
James Pomeroy Dip.Bus., MInstD., AHRNZ.
Chief Executive Officer & Principal Advisor
With close to 15 years industry experience within high functioning leadership and governance roles, James is equipped to advise & manage any organisation with comprehensive advice to ensure long term success.
He also leads our H.R. team with both end to end permanent recruitment & temporary recruitment.
Outside the office, James holds a number of governance roles within hospitality, Arts, youth development and government. He is an active member of Human Resources New Zealand, Restaurant Association and the New Zealand Institute of Directors, of which is a Committee Member for the Canterbury Branch.
Phone: (+64) 027 2211993
Phil Busch
Chief Information Officer & Advisor
Phil is a specialist in his field, having led organstiaional success with I.T. in both the Private & Public sectors. Understanding the importance of keeping critical data and sensitive information safe, he has set up a variety of systems to ensure yours, and our, data is never compromised.
Sarah Van Der Sluys
Senior Advisor
The epitome of a hospitality professional, Sarah has worked across the globe in roles in private manor houses, Michelin Star restaurants as well as highly successful cafes and bars. Her local & international experiences across People & Culture, training and best practice will enable you to set key processes with confidence in their impact.
Sarah also owns a successful equestrian training & services business, VDS Equestrian. Conveniently, she is also married to a multi award winning chef!
Jennie White
Administrator & Executive Assistant
Having an extensive career traversing Legal Secretary, P.A., E.A. and Company Administrator roles, Jennie brings her broad experience to the Pomeroy Group team. She also provides administration to our Advisory Board.