24/08/2026
Winning is only the beginning ๐๐
That was the theme of Barfoot & Thompson Summit 2026, and our North Shore teams came away with plenty to think about, talk about and put into action.
From AI and economic insights to leadership, client experience, incredible New Zealand talent and even a little magic, it was a day packed with ideas and inspiration.
For Takapuna Branch Manager Bronwyn Clark-Ashdown, Holly Ransomโs message really hit home:
โWe may work in real estate, but we are really in the people business. Long after the property is sold, clients will remember how easy we made the process and, most importantly, how we made them feel.โ
Browns Bay Branch Manager Darren James had a few takeaways of his own, including prioritising attention and client experience, creating a โto testโ list, and exploring how AI can be used for so much more than an alternative to Google.
He also came away with one very important unanswered questionโฆ
How DID Brendan Dooley do those tricks?! ๐คฏ๐
And of course, one of the best parts of Summit is simply getting together with colleagues from across the Barfoot & Thompson network, sharing ideas and reconnecting.
A fantastic day, plenty to take back to our North Shore teams, and a great reminder that winning really is only the beginning.
