The other morning, as I was driving my son to school, I passed by hardworking Filipinos out in the scorching sun — hustling to provide for their families. It struck me deeply. Their determination reminded me of why I want to use my skills and knowledge not just for myself, but to uplift others.
Over the years, I’ve built my career as a New Zealand Chartered Accountant. But what’s grown stronger in my heart is the desire to share that expertise with motivated Filipino professionals, and to connect them with opportunities they wouldn’t otherwise have.
This passion turned into action when a business connection asked me to provide a bookkeeper for his company. That moment lit a spark: why not bridge the gap?
On one side, NZ businesses are struggling with high costs and staff shortages. On the other side, talented Filipino professionals are eager for growth but lack access to opportunities. I realized I could help both economies thrive.
That’s why I started Kiwi Connect Solutions — not just as a staffing solution, but as a way to pay it forward. By mentoring and supporting Filipino bookkeepers, I can help families here improve their livelihood. And by connecting them with NZ businesses, I can ease the pressure of compliance, bookkeeping, and costs for owners and firms who just want to focus on growth.
This journey isn’t only about business. For me, it’s about creating meaningful connections that make a difference — for both sides of the world.