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Three experienced Bay of Plenty kiwifruit operators, Jan Benes, Craig Lemon and Andrew Darling, came together to form JACE Group Limited in 2003 (the initials stand for Jan, Andrew and Craig Enterprises).<\/strong><\/p>\n Three years later, an opportunity arose to purchase a small packhouse in Takanini, Auckland, that was packing 600,000 trays of kiwifruit each year. JACE Group bought the facility and quickly set about transforming it into the highly successful and efficient packhouse that is now known as Apac (Auckland Pack and Cool).<\/p>\n Apac\u2019s facility has been extended twice (in 2007\/08 and again in 2016\/17) and now covers 10,100 m\u00b2, packing approximately 3.5 million trays of kiwifruit per year. The directors are immensely proud of how the business has grown, having developed a solid reputation among growers for trust, respect, integrity and all-round excellence.<\/p>\n Many Apac staff have been with the company from its inception, contributing to a strong family culture and a desire to achieve. Relationships are at the heart of our business and ensure staff care about every individual grower and piece of fruit as if it\u2019s their own.<\/p>\n In addition to Apac, JACE Group own five other subsidiary companies which cover the entire supply chain of kiwifruit from the orchard to the consumer. They include Mpac<\/a> (Mount Pack and Cool Limited), GroPlus<\/a>, Southern Orchards Limited<\/a>, Kiwi Green New Zealand Limited<\/a> and PollenPlus<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”706,598″ posts_number=”2″ show_title_and_caption=”off” show_pagination=”off” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/APAC-kiwifrui-boxed-zespri.jpg” parallax=”on” height=”350px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_id=”directors” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||auto|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Jan.jpg” title_text=”Jan” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_font_size=”26px” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”1150ms” link_text_color_last_edited=”off|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#8fc640″]<\/p>\n E:<\/span> janb@mpac.co.nz<\/a><\/span><\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#8fc640″ header_3_font_size=”26px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Jan is one of the original founders of Apac, Mpac and their parent company, JACE Group. Originally from the Czech Republic, Jan arrived in New Zealand as a teenager and initially enrolled at university to study business and management. But a short break to pick kiwifruit one season and earn some money saw him ditch the books in favour of working fulltime at a small packhouse and cool store facility in Katikati. From there, his career in post-harvest took off as he secured increasingly senior roles with Bridgecool and later Seeka before striking out on his own.<\/p>\n The only constant in the kiwifruit industry is change \u2013 a challenge that Jan fully embraces. He describes the industry as like \u2018putting the pieces of a puzzle together\u2019 and is driven by the thrill of competition and value of working alongside people he knows and trusts.<\/p>\n While he doesn\u2019t believe in treading on others to get ahead, he knows the kiwifruit industry is full of opportunities if you look, and work hard enough, to find them.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”20px|||auto|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Craig-2.jpg” title_text=”Craig-2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_font_size=”26px” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”1150ms” global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#8fc640″]<\/p>\n E:<\/span>\u00a0craig@southernorchards.co.nz<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#8fc640″ header_3_font_size=”26px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Craig Graduated from Auckland University with a Master\u2019s Degree (Msc Hons) specialising in kiwifruit science. Craig has 35 years\u2019 experience in the kiwifruit and avocado industry in Executive and Director roles.<\/p>\n Craig specialises in kiwifruit and avocado orchard management, research and development and administration. Craig is also a grower of kiwifruit and avocados in the Bay. Craig\u2019s main areas of focus within the JACE Group of companies are Kiwi Green New Zealand, Southern Orchards Ltd and the China project.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”20px|||auto|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Brendon-profile-pic-Nov-2021-scaled-e1637205861373.jpeg” title_text=”Brendon profile pic Nov 2021″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_font_size=”26px” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”1150ms” global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#8fc640″]<\/p>\n E:<\/span>\u00a0brendonl@mpac.co.nz<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#8fc640″ header_3_font_size=”26px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Brendon is a dynamic, results-driven managing director with 15 years of successful experience in the kiwifruit industry. He joined Mpac group in 2012 and oversees the company\u2019s business operations driving the strategic growth. His experience spans the entire sector \u2013 from growing to post-harvest, Zespri, grower relations and entities, and a variety of senior management and governance positions.<\/p>\n Brendon has been intimately involved in Mpac\u2019s state-of-the art post-harvest facility from the concept stage through to detailed design, construction and implementation, ensuring it\u2019s fit for purpose and geared for future growth.<\/p>\n His vast experience allows him to contribute to all areas of our business and he\u2019s at his best when under the most pressure and striving to achieve the impossible.<\/p>\n He loves the fact that every season is challenging for different reasons and he\u2019s always focussed on getting better results for our growers and the company each year. He values the people he works alongside as much as his individual role \u2013 being part of developing a team and seeing employees progress through the company brings him a great deal of personal satisfaction.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kiwifruit-quality-control-green.jpg” parallax=”on” height=”350px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_id=”leadership-team” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||auto|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Jan.jpg” title_text=”Jan” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_font_size=”26px” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”1150ms” link_text_color_last_edited=”off|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#8fc640″]<\/p>\n E:<\/span> janb@mpac.co.nz<\/a><\/span><\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#8fc640″ header_3_font_size=”26px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Executive Director<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Sitting at the helm of Mpac\/Apac, Jan believes his role is to teach others; making sure the next generation are learning everything they can about kiwifruit and post-harvest operations. His approach is that a good manager should always be a great teacher and try to make themselves redundant so they\u2019re ready to take on the next challenge.<\/p>\n Jan\u2019s ambition, drive and passion for kiwifruit has taken him from orchard picking in between his university studies, to eventually managing a packhouse and being appointed General Manager Operations for Seeka. In 2007 he moved to Auckland to take charge of Apac and today he oversees our entire post-harvest operation.<\/p>\n Among Jan\u2019s key strengths is his ability to listen, watch and observe others, and the fact he never takes no for an answer. His financial skills and in-depth analysis helps him to make the right decisions on behalf of the business.<\/p>\n Jan enjoys motorsport, jet skiing, fishing, boating and hitting the slopes in winter. Jan\u2019s two children, Sarah and Anthony, have both followed him into the industry making Mpac\/Apac a true family affair.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||auto|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Brendon-profile-pic-Nov-2021-scaled-e1637205861373.jpeg” title_text=”Brendon profile pic Nov 2021″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_font_size=”26px” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”1150ms” link_text_color_last_edited=”off|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#8fc640″]<\/p>\n E:<\/span> brendonl@mpac.co.nz<\/a><\/span><\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#8fc640″ header_3_font_size=”26px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Managing Director<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Brendon is a dynamic, results-driven managing director with 15 years of successful experience in the kiwifruit industry. He joined Mpac group in 2012 and oversees the company’s business operations driving the strategic growth. His experience spans the entire sector \u2013 from growing to post-harvest, Zespri, grower relations and entities, and a variety of senior management and governance positions.<\/p>\n Brendon has been intimately involved in Mpac\u2019s state-of-the art post-harvest facility from the concept stage through to detailed design, construction and implementation, ensuring it\u2019s fit for purpose and geared for future growth.<\/p>\n His vast experience allows him to contribute to all areas of our business and he\u2019s at his best when under the most pressure and striving to achieve the impossible.<\/p>\n He loves the fact that every season is challenging for different reasons and he\u2019s always focussed on getting better results for our growers and the company each year. He values the people he works alongside as much as his individual role \u2013 being part of developing a team and seeing employees progress through the company brings him a great deal of personal satisfaction.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”30px|||auto|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Nik-Final-scaled-e1637205955511.jpg” title_text=”Nik Final” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_font_size=”26px” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”1150ms” link_text_color_last_edited=”off|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#8fc640″]<\/p>\n E:<\/span> nikd@mpac.co.nz<\/a><\/span><\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ header_3_text_color=”#8fc640″ header_3_font_size=”26px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n General Manager – Operations\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n As General Manager Operations for both Apac and Mpac, Nik is responsible for all operations partnering with our growers and our team to achieve a high performing grower pool with consistently higher than industry average returns year after year.<\/p>\n Nik joined the company in 2018 and brings to the role experience in a number of roles within the post-harvest sector. Previously he was based in Auckland running the Apac operation but has since moved to the Mpac site. He thoroughly enjoys making decisions and performing under pressure during the kiwifruit season to get the best results for our growers and our company. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team enables Nik to get the best out of those around him to collectively deliver great results.<\/p>\n Nik comes from a family of kiwifruit growers and got involved in the industry after previously working in the freight industry both here and in the UK. During quieter months, Nik enjoys water skiing and fishing whenever he gets the chance.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”30px|||auto|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Billy-McNaughton-profile-2021-scaled-e1637206123751.jpg” title_text=”Billy McNaughton profile 2021″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_font_size=”26px” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”1150ms” link_text_color_last_edited=”off|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#8fc640″]<\/p>\n E:<\/span> billym@mpac.co.nz<\/a><\/span><\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ header_3_text_color=”#8fc640″ header_3_font_size=”26px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Post Harvest Business Manager<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Billy is responsible for the day-to-day running of Apac and oversees all operations at our Auckland site. Achieving great results for our growers and company drives Billy and he thrives on leading the team to deliver!<\/p>\n Before moving to Apac in September 2021, Billy was the Packing Operations Manager at Mpac. He comes from a family of kiwifruit growers in the Bay of Plenty and during his 30 years in the industry has also spent time as an orchardist, developing an extensive knowledge of the industry.<\/p>\n He brings several key strengths to Apac, including communication, team building and decision making and is thoroughly enjoying the challenges of the post-harvest sector.<\/p>\n For recreation, Billy enjoys fishing, hiking and playing sports.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”30px|||auto|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Enrique-Bautista-scaled-e1696377988882.jpg” title_text=”Enrique Bautista” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_font_size=”26px” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”1150ms” hover_enabled=”0″ link_text_color_last_edited=”off|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#8fc640″ sticky_enabled=”0″]E:<\/span> enriqueb@apac.co.nz<\/a><\/span><\/strong> Client Services Manager<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n As Client Services Manager at Apac, Enrique serves as the link between Growers and the Apac team With 20 plus years\u2019 experience serving clients from his previous roles in Dairy Export and in the Enrique enjoys off road motorcycling, golf, and fishing when the occasion allows.<\/p>\n If you are interested in packing with Apac please contact Enrique. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”30px|||auto|false|false” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Mike-Schwed.jpg” title_text=”Mike-Schwed” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” link_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_font_size=”26px” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”1150ms” global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#8fc640″]<\/p>\n E:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>michaels@groplus.co.nz<\/a><\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ header_3_text_color=”#8fc640″ header_3_font_size=”26px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Grower Liaison Apac Northland<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Michael has been involved in the Kiwifruit industry for most of his working life holding a number of roles. Michael now looks after the Groplus managed orchards in the Northland region and is grower liaison for Apac\u2019s Northland growers. During harvest Mike helps co-ordinate the Northland harvest.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”30px|||auto|false|false” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/John-Gray-1.jpg” title_text=”John-Gray-1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4e4d55″ header_3_font_size=”26px” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”1150ms” global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#8fc640″]<\/p>\n E:<\/span> johng@groplus.co.nz<\/a><\/span><\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ header_3_text_color=”#8fc640″ header_3_font_size=”26px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Groplus Operations Manager<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n John has worked in kiwifruit for over 20 years and has a wide range of experience in orchard activities. While managing the orchard management division for Groplus; including the spraying, mowing, mulching and spray diaries John also coordinates the Apac harvest.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” background_image=”https:\/\/www.aucklandpac.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/APAC-Kiwifuit-Grading-crop.jpg” parallax=”on” height=”350px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" AboutOur HistoryThree experienced Bay of Plenty kiwifruit operators, Jan Benes, Craig Lemon and Andrew Darling, came together to form JACE Group Limited in 2003 (the initials stand for Jan, Andrew and Craig Enterprises). Three years later, an opportunity arose to purchase a small packhouse in Takanini, Auckland, that was packing 600,000 trays of kiwifruit each […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"yoast_head":"\nDirectors<\/h3>\n
P:<\/span> 07 547 4400<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nJan Benes<\/h3>\n
Craig Lemon<\/h3>\n
Brendon Lee<\/span><\/h3>\n
Leadership Team<\/h3>\n
P:<\/span> 07 547 4400<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nJan Benes<\/h3>\n
P:<\/span> 09 267 9205<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nBrendon Lee<\/h3>\n
P:<\/span> 07 547 4400<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nNik Dyer<\/h3>\n
P:<\/span> 027 358 8200<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nBilly McNaughton\u00a0<\/h3>\n
\nP:<\/span> 027 427 8116<\/a><\/span><\/strong>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ header_3_text_color=”#8fc640″ header_3_font_size=”26px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nEnrique Bautista<\/h3>\n
P:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>027 839 7883<\/a><\/p>\nMichael Schwed<\/h3>\n
P:<\/span> 021 520 935<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nJohn Gray<\/h3>\n