We are pleased to welcome Frederic (Freddie) Kennedy to the Budge Street Campus. Freddie started with NZ Winegrowers as Systems and Database Coordinator in March this year. NZ Winegrowers are in the process of a technology review providing exciting opportunities for Freddie. With many stakeholders involved, he is improving Grape Link to make an immediate difference in growers’ lives.

Grape link is the portal that members of NZ Winegrowers use to enter all the data they are required to submit, such as declarations and spray diaries. A new customer relationship management system is also in the pipeline which could provide possibilities that have not even been considered yet.

Freddie and his partner returned to NZ in August after living in Amsterdam for five years. For the last 6 months, they have called Marlborough home and are still getting used to the change in lifestyle.

Freddie usually enjoys playing football but has had to sit out this season with an injury. He keeps active, especially with hikes and skiing.