Your Team

Founder

Dean Affleck

All Things Business

Dean was the original founder of Affleck Accountancy which has morphed over the years to become Affleck O'Meara, and more recently, BDO. Born and bred in Southland and living in Cromwell with his wife Trina for a number of years. He has strong roots in the community.  Dean is now a Consultant to the BDO team, working with just a few clients and leaving him more time to focus on his other interests.

Real estate

Nicky Butler

One Agency

Nicky is friendly, honest and down to earth with a high level of integrity and transparency. Being no stranger to hard work, having built several homes in the area, Nicky has a sound knowledge of the building trade combined with experience in interior design, banking and business ownership.

Finance

Nick Brewerton

Custom Mortgages

Custom Mortgages provides tailored financing solutions for your property or business needs. Whether you’re a first home buyer, building a property, purchasing an investment property, or need business or equipment financing, we can help. Come see us today and we can structure your lending to help you achieve your goals, save time, and save money.

Mentoring

Russ Fowler

Trilogy Works

Russ Fowler has 20 years’ experience in the banking industry and 20 years’ experience as a retail business owner. If you’re uncertain about the future of your business, we can’t provide the answers – but we can provide our experience and the tools to help you figure it out.

Accounting

Dave Crossan

BDO

David Crossan is the newest Director at Affleck O'Meara, he is based in their Cromwell branch, having lived in the area for the past three years with his wife Christina and their three children. Prior to joining Affleck O’Meara (now BDO), he held numerous senior finance positions in both Switzerland and the United Kingdom specialising in Joint Ventures for major Oil & Gas Companies. Upon his return to New Zealand he joined one of Central Otago’s largest wine producers as their CFO.

Insurance

Bruce Nelson

AON

We are passionate about bringing their understanding, and expert knowledge to advocate on your behalf – so you can get the best cover. Having a real conversation can make a real difference to being able to properly protect yourself, your loved ones, business, or precious assets.

Financial Advisor

David Frame

Craigs Investment

I have worked in the financial services industry since 2001. Having seen many different investment philosophies and practices through my career I am devoted to understanding and fulfilling my client’s investment objectives. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my wife and two children. I also enjoy running, mountain biking and playing golf. I also judge a number of business competitions associated with the University of Otago’s School of Business.

Property Wealth

Adam Copland

Mitchell Mackersy

Adam heads the property investment activities of Mackersy Property and is primarily focused on the acquisition and syndication of commercial property. This includes overseeing the initial acquisition process, the legal due diligence process and negotiating attractive finance and lease terms. Adam is a former Director of Mackersy Legal and a current Director of a number of private companies. He also provides expert advice and guidance to the management team.

Digital Agency

Oliver Bylett

WOMP

Working with businesses to create digital marketing solutions. We take your companies brand and inject it into your online pressence. We want to reflect the tone of your company within the development of your site. Make it a pleasure for your customers to experience your brand. Offering website design, social media management, paid placement and PR services.