Meet Our Team
Many business owners admit they initially started or bought their businesses as a way of securing a job being their own boss-but over time, that job doesn’t always deliver the freedom or wealth they envisioned. The dream of building a valuable business asset, generating income with less time dependency, and living a more balanced lifestyle often feels out of reach.
Chris Symes works with these business owners to transform their companies into high-performing assets-aligning strategy, operations, and team accountability to enable true business development and sustainable success.
With over 40 years of real-world business experience-ranging from apprentice roles to business owner-Chris has worked in businesses of all sizes, across many industries covering Australia and New Zealand. He understands the difference between working in the business and working on the business.
“I see myself as a business renovator-helping owners fix what’s holding them back, so they can build the business they originally dreamed of.”
Chris supports business owners who are full of great ideas but lack the experience or time or structure to implement them. By helping lay solid foundations, he ensures those ideas are no longer wasted-and instead become part of their strategic growth plan.
Chris leverages the proven Oxygen8 Business Success Programme to define and deliver strategy, providing business owners with a clear roadmap for sustainable growth.
He then works closely with the owner and their team to ensure goals are not only set, but achieved. His structured and collaborative approach ensures everyone in the business understands their role, remains accountable, and works towards a shared vision.
“It’s not just about growing the business. It’s about aligning the team, providing them with purpose and fulfillment in their roles, creating overall operational clarity, and helping owners work on ON their businesses and realise their personal and financial vision.”
Chris is deeply passionate about helping business owners achieve the prosperity and personal balance they set out to create. He believes that when staff understand their role in the journey and feel part of a common goal, the whole business moves forward with energy and purpose.
Chris lives in the Bay of Plenty and enjoys golf, socialising with family and friends, and exploring the beautiful natural landscapes of Aotearoa.
If you’re ready to turn your business into a high-performing, low-stress asset, get in touch with Chris Symes today and take the first step towards a better business and a better lifestyle.
Whether your business is in need of rescue, needs to improve or just needs to grow, our Business Success Programme will help you to achieve your goals.
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