Our Business has grown rapidly in the last few years and we have implemented a formal management structure; moving key people into roles with accountability for specific areas of the business.
Alec Stringer
Managing Director
Alec started Cutting Innovations back in 2007, While working as a designer for a manufacturing company in the advertising and shop-fitting industry, Alec saw an opportunity for CNC technology to increasingly push the boundaries of what is possible. He continues to set the direction for the business and grow the diverse client base. Alec works closely with our clients to visualise their concepts and oversees the creative and manufacturing process.
Peter Barlow
General Manager
Peter has vast experience running and managing top tier companies within the industry as well as other iconic NZ companies including Fisher & Paykel and Methvens. His diverse background in managing multi-trade staff and operations as well as his high level of H&S, QA and Lean manufacturing knowledge is a real asset to Cutting Innovations. Peters solution-based thinking allows us to resolve any challenges.
Tim Clayton
CNC manager
Tim schedules all our in-house CNC work as well as managing our contract cutting side of the business. Tim has a wealth
of knowledge in 3D machining, with experience across all manner of projects from complex patterns and moulds,
through to sculptural projects.
AJ Shane
Workshop Supervisor
AJ is a trained marine cabinet maker, and joined Cutting Innovations after travelling the world as a luxury yacht builder. He has immense knowledge of both the cabinet making industry as well as the shop fitting industry and has extensive experience running teams. AJ is responsible for ensuring all work is completed to a high standard before handing over to our installation team for the final part of the process.
mana haghighi
designer
Mana has graduated in Masters of Spatial Design at Unitec. She has worked in different design fields including Joinery Kitchen, Bathroom, Interior Design and Renovations. She has a keen eye for detail and will be your go to for all things design.
Jo newton
accounts manager
Jo has a long history in the area of Finance, Accounts and Administration. She is responsible for the Company’s Accounts including Receivables and Payables, Company Payroll and also assists our Workshop with procurement. She’s often the one you will likely see first as you come in the door at Cutting Innovations.
DAVID NAVARRO DESIGNER
David is Designer with a 10+ years of experience. His main background in the Exhibition Industry has given him the opportunity to collaborate with big clients nationwide and international. He has great passion for new Technologies, Innovation, and Creativity.
gavin tobin
project manager
Gavin has been in the construction industry for 20 plus years, starting out as an apprentice carpenter in the UK. He is responsible for the overseeing of projects, from design through to installation and enjoys the challenges of both office and on-site work. He enjoys working as part of a tight team and loves seeing projects come together towards the back end of programmes.
craig tea
quantity surveyor
Craig has worked in project, production and commercial management in both the marine and construction industries for over two decades. He has a keen eye for detail, extensive industry networks and the ability to find pragmatic cost-efficient solutions that meet client needs.
