WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
AOTEA ENERGY
“In 2023, we applied for a grant to build a smart microgrid on Great Barrier Island (Aotea). Tom built a financial model and a business plan to support the grant application. The application was successful, and we are on track to deploy the grid in early 2025. Tom’s work was integral to the success of the application. Collaborating on the grant application has now evolved into a long-term strategic partnership with Constellation. Tom’s financial expertise is clear, and he displays sound, commercial judgment. He has quickly become a trusted advisor to myself and to the Aotea Energy team. The partnership with Constellation has been – and will continue to be – critical to our success.”
Tama Toki, founder.
MONSERA INTIMATES
“Tom has been an absolutely vital part of our journey in raising capital for monsera intimates. As a trusted advisor, he has provided guidance that extends beyond expectations, not only in his commitment to the business but in his invaluable advice, thorough attention to detail, and the remarkable clarity he brings to our financial operations. His approach is transparent and structured, making complex financial matters easy for us to understand and empowering us to make informed decisions. I have never worked with someone as proactive, timely, and genuinely caring as Tom. Tom is an extraordinary professional, and without his financial expertise and support, we wouldn’t be where we are today. We are immensely grateful for everything he has done for us.”
Saterra St. Jean & Monique Hristovska, founders.
THE CURVE
“Tom was an integral part of our capital raise. His knowledge and experience across financial modelling, valuation and strategic planning was exactly what we needed, and the only regret we have is not getting him onboard sooner. What started out as a few ad-hoc tasks very quickly turned into a fractional CFO position as we realized his work ethic, extensive experience and passion for our business. It's not often you meet someone who instantly has such a positive effect. He immersed himself in our business from day #1 to make sure he understood every moving part - which I very much admired. I love how proactive he is, and I can already see us building a long-term professional relationship with Tom as an integral part of The Curve.”
Victoria Harris and Sophie Hallwright, founders.
AOTEA HEALTH
“Aotea Health is at a real inflection point right now, as we look to transition from a start-up, doing business primarily in New Zealand, to a global biopharma brand. We have been working closely with Constellation for over a year. With Tom’s support, we have implemented budgeting and business planning processes, introduced regular reporting, and set a clear path for the coming years in the form of a 5-year strategic plan. Working with Constellation has been transformative for Aotea Health. Tom’s expert guidance has brought a level of sophistication to our financial decision-making that will be critical as we continue to grow. Having a mandate with Constellation gives us all of the benefits of a CFO without paying for time or for services that we don’t need right now. It’s a perfect match.”