Earlier this year, something truly special happened at our Varntige HQ in Te Awamutu. We rolled out the red carpet (okay, maybe it was metaphorical, but the vibe was there!) for an incredible evening to celebrate an amazing milestone: The official launch of Varntige Franchising. It was a night filled with laughter, connection, and a few happy tears as we toasted to our journey and the exciting road ahead.
The Big Idea That Changed Everything
This adventure all started with a “lightbulb moment” between our founder, Chantelle Good, and franchising guru Troy Hillard, CEO of Lawn Rite. Picture this: two business leaders kicking around ideas, asking themselves:
"Why aren’t Virtual Assistants franchising?"
Cue the “aha!” moment. Fast forward to today, and here we are—taking what we love about helping businesses thrive and spreading it across New Zealand! Franchising is a big deal, and we’re ready to light up the nation with a network of local franchises powered by that unmistakable Varntige vibe.
This vision is about more than growth—it’s about bringing Varntige’s people-first magic to every corner of the country. Who better to run local franchises than people who get their communities?
A Night to Remember
Our HQ in Te Awamutu was transformed into party central for the evening. Think warm lighting, lively conversations, and the unmistakable buzz of something big in the air. The atmosphere was equal parts celebration and “pinch-me-is-this-real” excitement as we gathered with the clients and partners who have been part of our story.
What made the evening so special? Let’s break it down:
Inspired speeches: Chantelle and Troy took to the stage to share the journey of turning a big idea into a reality. They reminisced about how it all began and shared their bold vision for the future. Spoiler alert: there were lots of nodding heads and cheers from the crowd!
The people who made it all happen: This event was about YOU—our clients and partners who’ve been with us through the ups, the challenges, and all the big wins. Without your support, none of this would be possible.
A toast to the future: With glasses raised and smiles all around, we celebrated the official launch of Varntige Franchising. It’s not every day you get to be part of history, and that’s exactly what this felt like!
Fun and connection: Whether it was swapping stories over delicious nibbles or snapping photos to capture the moment, the night was packed with clients & partners networking & coming together for one common goal.
Why Te Awamutu?
Te Awamutu isn’t just where our HQ is—it’s where the heart of Varntige beats. This little slice of paradise has been our home base, and we couldn’t think of a better place to celebrate taking the leap into franchising. As we expand across New Zealand, Te Awamutu will always be the place where it all began.
What’s Next?
Now, we’re officially off to the races, weaving a Varntige family that will stretch from Northland to Otago. Imagine: talented franchisees delivering our signature services to local businesses, powered by the same passion and commitment that built Varntige into what it is today.
The Client & Partners Evening was the perfect kickoff for this exciting new chapter. To everyone who joined us at HQ: thank you for celebrating with us, supporting us, and believing in our dream. You’ve helped build the foundation, and now, together, we’re growing something truly extraordinary.
Here’s to the next 10 years and beyond. We’re just getting started, and we’re so thrilled to have you along for the ride.
