Six of the best: interviews with impressive Kiwis

Aotearoa punches above its weight. We bring home the prizes, our names are in neon around the world. Tiny businesses launched in small towns blossom into multi-million-dollar global success stories; artists, musicians, engineers, entrepreneurs, media stars and innovators are making impressions, making it work, making a difference. Making it.

For this issue’s main feature the AA Directions team talked to six impressive New Zealanders about what it takes to make it big on a global scale.

Richard Taylor, founder of Wētā Workshop

Ben Whittacker-Cook talks with creative wizard, Richard Taylor.

Lucy Blakiston, creator of Sh*t You Should Care About

Jo Percival meets Lucy Blakiston, founder of a news group that has exploded on Instagram.

Joel Little, Grammy-winning music producer

Vanessa Trethewey meets Joel Little, a man on musical mission.

Brianne West, creator of Ethique

Kathryn Webster talks to eco-conscious entrepreneur, Brianne West.

Phillip Mills, Chief Executive of Les Mills International

Jo Percival chats to Phillip Mills about creating a fitter planet.

Peter Beck, founder of Rocket Lab

Vanessa Trethewey talks with Peter Beck, the rock man of Māhia.