Independent Governance & Advisory Services for Private and Family Businesses
Strengthen your board, plan for the future, and drive sustainable growth with Rakino Management’s expert governance and advisory solutions designed specifically for Private and Family businesses.
About Rakino Management
Empowering Private & Family Businesses
Trusted Expertise
With 25+ years of governance experience, Tim White delivers practical, proven solutions from board guidance to succession planning.
Tailored for Your Success
We tailor our advice to your goals, helping you make confident decisions, strengthen leadership, and build lasting success for the future.
Services
Expert Governance & Advisory Services
Independent Director
Our independent director services ensure that your business benefits from unbiased and strategic oversight. We bring a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to your board, helping guide your company towards sustainable growth and success.
Independent Chairman
Our independent chairman services offer leadership that is both impartial and experienced, fostering an environment of accountability and strategic decision-making at the highest level. We aim to enhance the effectiveness of your board and drive forward-thinking initiatives.
New Zealand Resident Director
All New Zealand companies legally require a Director who lives in New Zealand. The legislation making a Resident Director a mandatory requirement for all New Zealand companies came into effect from 1 May 2015. Our Resident Director services ensure compliance with local regulations and add value through local insights. We help navigate the complexities of governance with a deep understanding and experience of the New Zealand business landscape.
Advisory Board Services
We specialise in establishing and managing advisory boards that drive strategic growth and operational excellence with a relentless focus on achieving business goals. With extensive experience across various industries ,we tailor our approach to address your unique challenges and opportunities. Our advisory boards serve as a catalyst for innovation, providing fresh perspectives and expert insights that align with your business objectives. By leveraging our network of seasoned professionals we help you navigate complex decisions, identify and execute on new opportunities, and enhance overall performance.
Family Business Advisory
We specialize in guiding family-owned businesses through the complexities of the development of a family charter, strategic growth, and wealth management. Our approach is rooted in understanding the unique dynamics of family enterprises. By tailoring our services to each family's specific needs, we foster sustainable success.
Family Business Succession
We understand the importance of planning for the future. Our succession planning services help ensure a smooth transition of leadership within your family business, safeguarding its legacy and continued prosperity. We offer comprehensive planning support tailored to your specific needs.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Rakino Management
At Rakino Management, we specialise in providing top-tier governance and advisory solutions tailored to the needs of private and family businesses. Trusted by businesses across New Zealand and Internationally with expertise in private and family businesses as owner, CEO, Director, Chairman and advisor we ensure robust and effective leadership. Our advisory board membership further enhances strategic decision-making, positioning your business for success.
Meet Tim White, Principal
With over 25 years of distinguished experience in management and leadership, Tim has made a significant contribution to business New Zealand private businesses through various influential roles. As a Private Business Partner at KPMG, Tim also led the New Zealand China Practice, fostering strategic cross-border relationships and initiatives.
In addition, Tim has previously served as chairman of the NZ China Trade Association and was a founding board member of the NZ China Council.
Tim’s tenure as a Director in PwC’s Private Client Team involved delivering tailored advisory services to high-net-worth individuals and family businesses, enhancing their financial and strategic outcomes.
In parallel with his corporate achievements, Tim’s commitment to leadership extended to the New Zealand Army Reserve Forces, where he held leadership positions that honed his strategic and operational expertise. Additionally, Tim’s considerable governance and advisory roles have allowed him to influence organizational strategies and contribute to community development, underscoring his belief in the power of collaborative leadership to drive meaningful change.
