Key Industries is made up of three main teams – our nationwide Agriculture and Horticulture and Pest Control Sales Representatives division, our Warehouse Manager and our Head Office management and administration team based in Auckland. Wherever you are, we are keen to work with you to answer your pest control or ag-hort enquiries.
Frank and Celia Visser purchased Key Industries in the year 2000. As Managing Director; Frank has been at the helm of the company for the last 18 years and is responsible for leading the significant growth that Key Industries has experienced in this time.
Frank’s specific focus has been on strategic direction, innovation, growth and in acquisitions of other Pest Control Companies that have added value to the overall Key Industries business.
With over 35 years’ experience in the agrichemical industry Frank is deeply knowledgeable about both the history and future of ag-hort and pest control products, and is committed to best practice use of chemicals for maximum impact, with least harm. He is an ambassador for the Endangered Species Foundation and is passionate about the conservation of native species.
09 917 1791
09 917 1793
027 494 1659
frank@keyindustries.co.nz
Gordon has been with Key Industries since 2018 and brings with him over 35 years of experience. Gordon is an integral part of keeping things humming, a great driver of change and has a keen eye for the finer details.
When Gordon is not in the office, you'll find him out on the grassy knolls trying to get that hole in one.
gordon@keyindustries.co.nz
Andre's role is Key Industries Commercial Manager, responsible for Sales/Marketing and day to day operations. Andre's previous work experience includes Building and Construction management, Height Safety and most recently working for Air New Zealand in a number of roles, with most recent being Regional Manager in charge of the Air New Zealand Retail Store and Broker Network. Andre has a keen interest in a number of different sports from hunting, surfing and spearfishing but if truth be told most of his time is taken up with his young family.
021 821 417
andre@keyindustries.co.nz
As Procurement Manager, Sharon is responsible for all things purchase related. Having joined Key Industries in 2018 Sharon brings with her a wealth of procurement experience from several large new zealand companies, one of these being Nufarm. Along with this experience is Sharon's expertise in the Quality Assurance processes.
sharon@keyindustries.co.nz
Janice is the main point of contact for all Accounts Receivable queries and also helps with all other general enquiries. Janice has worked for many years specialising in accounts and financials, and is an integral part of the finance team.
As her family have grown up, she now has more time on her hands and is currently competitively playing golf and a few other outdoor pursuits.
janice@keyindustries.co.nz
Michelle joined Key Industries this year as the main point of contact for Accounts Payable, along with sales and other general enquiries. Michelle has worked in a variety of positions but mainly specialising in Accounts Payable and Customer Service.
michelle@keyindustries.co.nz
Carlos has been working for Key Industries since 2010 and is the main point of contact for Customer Service and Stock Dispatch. Along with this Carlos is the person who will greet and assist you when you visit our showroom.
Carlos' past experience is in a fast pace stock dispatch role at Harvey Norman, for a number of years, along with other roles over the years.
Outside of work Carlos is busy raising his young daughter and spending time with family.
carlos@keyindustries.co.nz
Residing in Nelson and employed by Key Industries in 2000 after an early career with the Department of Conservation, Peter represents Key Industries in the South Island. Previous to working at Key Industries, Peter was involved in the horticultural industry for 18 years. This was both as a supply company representative and at orchard management level.
Peter's interests include 'pretty much any' sports, tramping and chilling out with a cold beer. He has also represented Central Districts in Cricket.
027 434 1944
03 544 2748
03 544 2768
peter@keyindustries.co.nz
Karen recently shifted from the position of Purchase Officer to Technical Sales Representative. Karen joined Key Industries back in 2010 and has become an integral member of our team. She has come from a diverse working background covering areas such as Stock Control, Product Purchasing, Customer Service and Order Processing as well as handling various financial transactions. Her interests outside of work are scuba diving, sailing, walking and photography.
027 256 9440
karen@keyindustries.co.nz
Donna joined the team at Key Industries in 2018 and is an integral part of our sales team.
0272 423 140
donna@keyindustries.co.nz
In 2019 Warren joined the team at Key Industries, bringing with him a life long history in the Ag/hort arena.
0272 118 947
warren@keyindustries.co.nz
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