About Us
Our history grounds the Bartley Group with shared values, while the strategic direction set by the Bartley family and our Board help define our future.
Our Story
Founded by Robert Bartley in 2020, Bartley Group Holdings is a family-owned holding company focused on building inter-generational prosperity. BGH is run by family members who are dedicated to maintaining the company's legacy, and are supported by external advisors and a motivated leadership team. Through a commitment to community and innovation, BGH continues to thrive while honouring its roots.
Our Founder
Robert Bartley QSM
Robert Bartley was a Whanganui businessman renowned for his work ethic, integrity, humility and commitment to supporting his community.
Working multiple jobs before and after school as a teenager, and with a passion for motor vehicles, Rob's first venture into business ownership was his purchase of what became known as the Alma Rd Petrol Station in 1970, when he was just 19.
From 1970-2020, Rob purchased and developed multiple local businesses and expanded operations overseas to Canada. In 2020, he established the Bartley Group Advisory Board to support governance of the company and appointed his son, Brendon, as Managing Director.
Rob's approach was to build business on trust, always backing people and recognising their individual strengths. His business style was epitomised by his often-cited belief, “Nobody is bigger than the broom” – no one is too important to roll up their sleeves and do the hard stuff. That attitude built Rob's businesses and is still the compass guiding the Bartley Group today.
After a courageous battle with cancer, Rob passed away on 17 March 2021. His legacy lives on through his wife Ann and their children: Angela, John, Brendon, and Sarah.
Today, Brendon works alongside family, the governance board, and the BGH leadership team to ensure the Group's continued success.
Nobody is bigger than the broom.
Our Vision
To secure a prosperous future for Whanganui by growing a successful and sustainable business group.
Our Mission
We support our community by building a strong inter-generational business, caring for our people, and giving back through our Robert Bartley Foundation.
Our Board
Jim Bibby
Board Chair
Angela Penaluna
Board Member
Richard Moore
Lawyer
Brendon Bartley
Managing Director
John Bartley
Board Member
James Bowen
Accountant
Ann Bartley
Board Member
Sarah Bartley
Board Member
Our Board plays a crucial role in ensuring strategic alignment and effective decision-making drive the organisation forward.
Their commitment to accountability and transparency helps maintain the integrity of the Group's operations.
Our Leadership Team
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Brendon Bartley
Managing Director
Caleb Gray
Chief Financial Officer
Helen Gullery
Finance Administrator
Hannah Middleton
Senior Management Support
Our Team plays an important role in coordinating activities across the Group, ensuring strategic collaboration among the diverse businesses.
They provide essential oversight, focusing on aligning operations and strategies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness throughout the organisation.
