Derek Manning

derek.manning@brightsparks.co.nz

027 437 4600
03 374 9274

Country you've enjoyed visiting the most and why? Cool, sophisticated, great night life, people and food... Buenos Aired, Argentina

Coolest product you've EVER sourced for your client? The client was Lion Breweries and the product we were working on was a Steinlager beer bottle opener. We sent 2 pallets of bottled Steinlager to the UK, and had each bottle encased in plastic to look like the bottles were stuck in ice. It was very authentic looking and proved extremely popular in bars around NZ - Only problem was that they'd get stolen as momentos!

What are you listening to at the moment? Groove Armada, Elton John, rock and something Hendrix and Steppenwolf

A Client has a Beach Party coming up and they want something exciting to giveaway! What would you suggest? Sunblock, tees, jandals, a big cooler for the beers, and a big comfy beach seat... Easy!

Where would you think a metal tin would work best at? Tourist markets with the tins printed in bold NZ shots and full of sweet from NZ.

What does a normal weekend day look like for you? On Sunday I read every paper I can get, spend time with my family and catch up with my parents who are now in their 80's.

If a movie was made of your life, who would you like to play you? George Clooney

You're organizing a 5 person dinner party and you can choose anyone you like. Who would they be? Elton John, Andre Agassi, Bill Clinton, Lyse Doucet, and Madonna