Blending a depth of passion for New Zealand’s rural sector with his capacity for strategic, big-picture thinking, Nick Hawken is an exciting acquisition Bayleys, joining the team as the National Country Manager.

A seasoned professional with an established reputation for diligent management of complex agricultural and farming business relationships, Nick comes armed with nearly two decades of practical experience in the rural and finance sectors.

Superbly knowledgeable and consistently abreast of industry developments, Nick’s previous role as director of the post-farmgate business at BNZ has provided a unique insight into what it takes to see rural businesses thrive.

Born and bred on a deer and sheep farm in the central north island, Nick has been relentlessly passionate about New Zealand’s rural prospects from a young age, carefully crafting a career that balances business and the rural community he feels such an affinity for.

While excited by the way technology continues to aid modern farming, Nick knows its Kiwis that are at the centre of the sector’s success, and he looks forward to driving growth across Bayleys’ country division that is people-focussed and community-centric.

Intelligent, earnest, and true to his word, Nick consistently demonstrates a wide range of technical, commercial and strategic skills that supports the rural community through initiatives, expertise and development.