We help make business a path to a better life. Katalyst is an award winning team. We have won several New Zealand business awards and accolades over the years including Xero Bookkeeper of the Year, ICNZB Sustainable Business Award and Green Bookkeeper of the Year. Our team has over 200 years of combined experience in assisting small to medium-sized businesses in New Zealand, and we are dedicated to making your life easier and getting the very best results. Meet our friendly, super-experienced team! Glennis leads the Katalyst Team and enjoys helping business owners get better use of their Xero and WorkflowMax. She has studied office systems and business computing and, before starting Katalyst, worked in stock control, trade and retail sales, customer service and IT roles. ICNZB Certified Member 0275 282 597 Brendon works with business owners to improve profits and build a sale-able asset. Having successfully built and sold his own business in the property sector, Brendon has practical experience in how to achieve strong financial outcomes, while also creating a positive, results-focussed team culture and achieving a healthy work-life balance. Brendon has worked in the field of engineering and also in a leadership capacity within a manufacturing company. 0274 1111 09 Jo handles our accounts at Katalyst and provides Bookkeeping services for our clients. Having previously worked as an ‘in-house’ accounts clerk, Jo understands just how important the accounts function is to keeping a business running smoothly. She has more than 15 years’ experience in accounts roles, backed by a Certificate in Small Business Accounting. ICNZB Certificate, Xero Advisor/Payroll Certified 09 269 5466 With more than 25 years’ office administration experience under her belt, Lyn has a wealth of experience to offer our clients. Prior to joining Katalyst, she held a sole charge office administration role and was responsible for managing accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, IRD returns, cashflow forecasts and payroll for 100 staff. ICNZB Certificate With more than 30 years’ experience in all levels of business administration and management, Maree is in a strong position to understand (and alleviate!) the challenges that business owners face. Maree is diligent and detail-oriented, but with a great sense of humour. She has owned two successful businesses, both of which serviced the corporate sector. For the last 20 years, she has worked in office management and administration roles, keeping accounts and payroll running smoothly for her employers. ICNZB Certificate With more than 20 years’ experience in business and financial administration, Lara is an invaluable asset to our clients. Proficient in a wide range of software systems, including Xero, Google Workspace and more, she has a talent for simplifying processes to streamline the way businesses run. Lara’s career experience and skills are complemented by her tertiary degree – a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Auckland. ICNZB Certificate With more than 17 years’ experience in accounts, operations, administrative and customer service roles within New Zealand SMEs, Dana has an excellent understanding of the importance of working with speed, accuracy and professionalism. Hard working and reliable, she is also approachable and thrives on a busy work day. Dana’s practical skills are underpinned by her Diplomas in both Business and Management and complemented by her experience using a range of software – from Xero and MYOB to WorkflowMax and a range of other SaaS solutions. ICNZB Certificate Hard working and strong under pressure, Nicola has 20 years’ experience in administration and office management across a range of industries. With most of her working life spent within small and medium-sized organisations, Nicola is adept at addressing and solving the issues that business owners face in keeping their accounts in order. Highly experienced in managing accounts payable and receivable, as well as payroll, GST and other tax obligations, Nicola’s meticulous eye for detail means she can be relied upon to ensure every aspect of your administration is under control. Xero Advisor/Payroll Certified Even in school Marilyn was passionate with figures and bookwork and carried that on into her working life. She has a vast range of administration experience. She even started the old-fashioned way as an Office Junior and within 12 months took over a senior role and managing an office by 17 years old. Having owned and operated several businesses and also being employed with various companies has given Marilyn the opportunity of experiencing life from both sides of the business spectrum and has instilled in her the importance that small businesses contributes to the country. Ming is passionate about empowering customers in the use of software and is skilled in the development and delivery of both online and in-person training. She has worked in various IT training and consultancy roles over the past 10 years. Ming takes care of all our software support implementations and migrations and is also responsible for creating online content for courses and training on our website. She loves teaching customers new skills with engaging, creative training that ensures positive outcomes for all. NZ Certificate in Adult & Tertiary Teaching With over 10 years of experience working in office administration and payroll management, Daveena is a highly experienced bookkeeper who has exceptional office management skills. With a keen eye for detail, she is dedicated to providing comprehensive bookkeeping support. Daveena’s top-notch bookkeeping skills are underlined by her comprehensive knowledge of handling payroll, accounts payable and receivable, customer accounts, debt collection and general account administration. With her meticulous organisational skills, Daveena ensures streamlined financial processes for all our clients. Dorothy is an experienced bookkeeper with a proven track record in accounting and financial management. She excels in improving accounting functions, implementing modern systems, and building collaborative partnerships. Her key skills include cash flow forecasting, balance sheet analysis, and proficiency in various accounting packages. With a proactive and detail-oriented approach, Dorothy is dedicated to delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, making her an invaluable asset to both Katalyst and our clients. We have a dedicated, experienced team who love to help people in business to make their lives easier and get better results. We believe business can be a path to a better life. Utilising cutting-edge bookkeeping practices and secure accounting software, we ensure transparency, accuracy and up to date, easily accessible records. We place the utmost importance in safeguarding your sensitive financial information and take proactive measures to protect against potential cyber threats. Collaboration is the essence of our team at Katalyst. We foster a culture of support and unity, working together seamlessly to deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients. We always approach our work interactions with a positive mindset, working towards the best possible outcomes for our clients. We are dedicated to continuous improvement in all aspects of our work – from finding efficiencies in daily operations, to staying up to date with software advances and industry best practice. We constantly strive to enhance our services and deliver optimal results for you.
Our Team
Our Team
We have over 200 years of experience in servicing small to medium businesses.
Who we are
Meet our Award Winning Team
Glennis Stuckey
Director + Software Specialist
Xero Advisor, Migration & Payroll Certified
WorkflowMax IT Setup Partner & Certified Advisor
Brendon Stuckey
Director + Business Advisory
Jo Dow
Katalyst Accounts + Bookkeeper
Lyn Cook
Bookkeeper + Payroll Specialist
Xero Advisor/Payroll Certified
Maree Biland
Bookkeeper
Xero Advisor/Payroll Certified
Lara Greenway
Team Leader + Bookkeeper + Special Projects
Xero Advisor/Payroll Certified
Dana Williams
Bookkeeper
Xero Advisor/Payroll Certified
Nicola Hobbs
Bookkeeper
Marilyn Stone
Bookkeeper
Ming Scott-Lafferty
Software Services Team Leader
Daveena Smith
Bookkeeper
Dorothy Rowe
Bookkeeping Coordinator
Our Team Values
Transparency
Teamwork
Continuous Improvement
How We Can Help?
We help make business a path to a better life
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