Meet Our Team

The Fern Ridge Fresh team offers integrity, reliability and experience, and we will go the extra mile to ensure the success of our business relationship with you.

Hamish Davis

Director

Markets: Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, India, Scandinavia, Europe.

Background: Hamish joined Fern Ridge Fresh at the onset of the company and has been involved in the produce industry for more than 40 years.  His extensive knowledge and experience helps make Fern Ridge Fresh a world-leading apple exporter.

Email:
Mobile: +64 21 453 569

Kurt Livingston

Export Sales Executive

Markets: North America, Middle East, China, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand and Caribbean.

Background: Kurt joined the Fern Ridge Fresh team in 2017, having grown up on an orchard he has always had a passion for produce.  Kurt is responsible for sales in multiple countries around the globe and is well versed in understanding international markets and supply chain management – he works closely with both NZ Growers/Packers and international customers providing the best possible outcome for both parties.

Email:
Mobile: +64 21 426 613

Renee Nicholl

Key Programme Coordinator

Zespri Kiwifruit Collaborative Marketing Sales

Markets: Reunion Island, Mauritius, Miami

Background: Renee joined the Fern Ridge Fresh team in 2018 and has a wealth of experience in produce sales and logistics. She runs our KNZ programme, in conjunction with Zespri for Kiwifruit exported to the Caribbean, Mauritius, and Reunion.  Renee also oversees all the logistical requirements for our key customer programmes worldwide.

Email:

Mobile: +64 21 426 617

Petra Rees

Office Manager

Background: Petra joined Fern Ridge Fresh team in 2018 and has an extensive background in financial accounting specifically within the agricultural and horticulture industries, her wealth and knowledge has been a welcome addition to the team.  Petra also oversees the administrative team; HR & H&S as well as the general day to day running of our office.

Email: Phone: +64 6 651 2646

Mobile: +64 27 424 1045

Fredy Masterson

Post Harvest & Logistics Co-Ordinator

Background: Fredy joined the Fern Ridge Fresh team in 2023, bringing with her a range of organisation and logistics skills. Having ample experience within pack house/cool stores, she uses this knowledge to work closely with our producers to plan & coordinate export loadouts.  From 2024 Fredy is also overseeing all the domestic market sales that includes a variety of different produce, continuing to grow our brand and awareness within NZ.

Email: Mobile: +64 21 426 625

Sammy Lee

Logistics Support

Background: Sammy joined the Fern Ridge Fresh team in 2022, as part of our Logistics team, bringing with her an abundance of administration and clerical skills.  Sammy oversees all the export shipping allocation and booking requirements, monitoring shipments and customer documentation requirements.

Email: Mobile: +64 06 651 2646