Presenter Profiles

Get ready for inspiration and expertise on the Auckland Home Show’s Seminar Stage and Workshop Stage!

Hosted by a range of industry experts, our presenters will share their experience and know-how to give you the right advice, inspiration, ideas and knowledge to complete your next project.

The DESIGN RENOVATE DECORATE SEMINAR series, proudly sponsored by Resene, is the destination for the latest home renovating, building, decorating, building and home improvement trends, ideas, tips & advice.

For those of you who love a DIY project, but are not sure where to begin, the HOW TO WORKSHOPS, will definitely get you started. Our experts will treat visitors to a variety of (mostly) 20-25 minute hands-on demonstrations, covering a huge variety of home projects.

Come along and ask the experts questions about your next home improvement project. Scroll to view the presenters & speakers below.

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The Design Decorate Seminar stage brought to you by our friends from Resene is the place where innovation meets inspiration. Each day, the Seminar Stage showcases Home Design Experts, offering a wealth of knowledge, trends, and practical tips.

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Presenters

Russell Clark
Licensed Renovations - Managing Director
Russell is a powerhouse. He's an energetic team player, a visionary, and a creative soul who's been building since he was 15. With years of renovation experience under his belt, he's eager to share his expertise with clients seeking outstanding results. As the managing director, Russell finds fulfilment in witnessing his clients' properties transformed into modern, functional living spaces that cater to their present and future needs.

Peter Huang
Samsung - Master Trainer
Peter started with Samsung in 2013 covering all products. From late 2014 took over the training and learning of Consumer Electronics products, from TVs to dishwashers, ensuring both our retail staff and internal field force are trained to be Samsung experts. Excited to introduce what AI means for Samsung and what it’d offer to home show customers in 2024 and beyond.

Brenda Ngatai
Resene Residential colour consultant
I’m the North/West Auckland Resene Residential colour consultant, I have been with Resene for 18 years, I help ,guide and offer inspiration to home owners, with Resene colour, paint product, finishes,wallpapers and the correct paint systems, for their home project.

Madison McLeod
Resene Residential colour consultant
I am the Central / South and East Resene Residential Colour Consultant. Through my 8 years of experience within Resene, I help clients achieve their home design goals with colour, wallpaper, and paint specifications to fit their needs.

Kelly Gammie
Rarebirds Interiors - Creative Director & Lead Concept Designer
Kelly brings a broad knowledge of art, design and textiles to Rarebirds interiors’ projects. She has studied both Fashion and Interior Design in Australia and Italy which has had a strong influence on her design aesthetic. Kelly is conceptually focused and pragmatic and is closely involved in projects from inception to completion. Biophilic integrity is an essential element to her design ethos, and Kelly is constantly searching to provide an interaction with natural elements to all Rarebirds project's.

Jarrod Angove
Landmark Homes - General Manager Landmark Homes North Shore/Rodney
Qualified Builder, experienced Account Manager, award-winning New Home Consultant, and accomplished Public Speaker – Jarrod brings a wealth of experience in and knowledge about the Building Industry.

Laura Heynike
Pocketspace - CEO and Senior Designer
Laura has over 23 years experience in fashion and interiors starting with being immersed in a family business, then later on after university Laura founded Pocketspace in 2017. Leading a team of seven at Pocketspace, Laura has extensive knowledge on spatial maximization which ranges from hospitality, workspace, marine and residential design.

Sam White
Carpet Mill Consultant
Sam has been at Carpet Mill for nearly 20 years and has experience in all types of flooring, his main focus during his time at Carpet Mill has been the Manufacturing of Carpet and day to day running of the manufacturing facility based in Hamilton.  

Rebekah Homles
Clutter Collect - CEO
Beks Holmes is the Queen of Clutter! She has mastered the art of decluttering after working with clients all over Auckland for the last 6 years. Beks specialises in practical, family-friendly decluttering and is passionate about getting your unwanted stuff out of your home, and into the hands of those who will love and use it. If you want MORE TIME and LESS STUFF in your life, then you need to meet Beks and let her infectious enthusiasm motivate you to shift that clutter once and for all.