Brent Fick
- Product Manager - Surveillance (Value)
- 09 526 1060
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Based in our Auckland Branch, I help our customers become better technicians by advising on system and installation requirements.
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Before that I was ‘on the tools’ for 15 years and have installed most Security and CCTV systems in industrial and domestic applications. My family and I emigrated from Newcastle, South Africa in 2001 and I’ve spent most of my time since then in Christchurch. I am married with a young family and my hobbies include tramping and camping, tinkering with electronics and metal work.
Cameron Curry
- Business Development Manager
- 027 243 0054
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I first started in security in 2003, working for both wholesalers & manufactures over that time, providing tech support and more recently sales.
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I’ve been exceptionally lucky to have travelled all over the world in my various rolls and have had the pleasure to interact with some fantastic characters over the last 21 years, providing support & security solutions for a number of projects. On a personal note, I’ve played hockey for 44 years, but have followed rugby for as long as I can remember. As I’m originally from Christchurch, I’m a passionate Crusaders supporter but nothing comes close to watching the All Blacks live at Eden Park.
Craig McCarthy
- Central Region Sales
- 021 704 401
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This industry is one I thoroughly enjoy being a part. After studying design and working in the TV/CCTV professions both in sales and installation I joined Connect in 2015.
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Security is so important for a lot of reasons and what I enjoy the most is being able to provide solutions to problems and successfully implementing a solution so that both the installer and most importantly the end user can use and operate the solution. Connect Surveillance as part of Dickerdata , we now have a far larger product and support offering and it is always exciting to be able to offer new technologies in an ever changing industry. Outside of the exciting world of Connect I am a father to a young family who keep me on my toes, avid sports watcher or player especially Ice Hockey, abit of a gardener or at least do my best to grow vegetables, working on house renovations or running around after pets or children. But when I do get more than 5 minutes to myself you will find me out of the jetski for a hoon on the water. .
David Murray
- Technical Support – Central Region
- 04 381 4723
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Having recently immigrated with my wife and twin daughters from sunny South Africa, I began working in the construction industry and building roads and all the facets of that game.
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A few years later, an opportunity arose and knowing absolutely nothing about cameras and electric fencing, I got my first taste of what I’d be doing for the next 12 years, and I’ve been tinkering around in the security industry since then and never looked back. I closed up the shop, moved to New Zealand and the lovely people at CSP have given me the opportunity to take on the technical matters in the Wellington branch. When in idle mode, although I have taken an indefinite sabbatical from Pipe Band Drumming, I also do enjoy taking my mtb bike out and hitting the trails.
Debbie Cannon
- Office & Communication Manager
- 09 526 1060
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With a degree in Marketing and a passion for communicating, I look forward to strengthening Connect’s brand in the market through overseeing their marketing and communications.
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We moved from South Africa to New Zealand in 2019 in search of the world’s best chocolate and found it in Whittakers Hazelnut Milk Chocolate. I love long walks on the beach and eating large amounts of ice cream with my family, but only in summer of course.
Hasan HajAsad
- Technical Support – Auckland
- 09 526 1060
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I started out in sales, before moving on to installation, maintenance and operation management in CCTV, Access Control, fire and intrusion alarm systems, intercom and auto gates.
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Throughout my 15 years in the industry, I successfully managed many large-scale projects in Saudi Arabia. I recently decided to move to New Zealand with my family and joined Connect to continue my journey and add new valuable experiences to it. People around me know that I am always there to give them a hand in fixing their technical issues. If asked about the favourite things to do in my free time, I’d say spending time with my lovely family!
Ian Quan
- Product Manager – Surveillance (Volume)
- 021 021 00620
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Having graduated from Texas A&M University with 5 years study and work experience, I decided to take the next step and explore further opportunities in New Zealand.
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I’m a competent and determined individual with the knowledge of a B2B account & project management. I started as a project manager in LED lighting business and worked with the designer and architect to provide lighting solutions for clients. I then switched roles as senior account manager to look after key accounts in all matters. Overseeing lighting, switch gears, intercom CCTV and power supply sales in the past 2.5 years, I have a deep understanding of the industries and products, which makes me well fit with Connect. As a bilingual, I’m fluent in both English and Mandarin. In my spare time, I enjoy working out, and listening some rock bands.
James Cairns
- Product Manager – Surveillance (Volume)
- 022 528 0001
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I have built, installed, programmed, supported, designed, implemented, specified and talked about electronic security technology in NZ, the UK and in Dubai for over 33 years.
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I get these electronic security things, I even like them and I believe that they are capable of useful stuff. I enjoy rationalising IP Video surveillance technology, figuring out where it best fits, how it can solve real world business problems to provide you and your end users with the right solution first time. Based in Christchurch, I somehow still enjoy ultra distance bikepacking, racing multihull yachts and remain committed to remaining a life long avid one-eyed Canterbury supporter as well as a husband and father of two lads.
Jason Mackie
- New Zealand Business Manager
- 021 527 525
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I have been actively engaged and involved in the electronic security industry since 1992. It was at this stage in time that I completed an apprenticeship as an electrician.
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My career commenced when I started an electronic security integration company at aged 20 before selling it to a national integrator and moving to Auckland to start Security Systems, importing and distributing Detection Systems product. This company was partially acquired by Detections Systems in 1999, and subsequently Bosch in 2001. Between 2001-2010, I managed the Bosch Security business in New Zealand and was appointed a director for the entire Robert Bosch business in this country. In 2010 I acquired the business back from Bosch and Connect Security Products was born.
Jesse McCormick
- Sales Representative – Auckland Region
- 021 886 645
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I started out as an apprentice Security Technician working on projects in Christchurch and Auckland, before moving into a Sales role within commercial security.
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I loved supplying complete turn-key solutions for customers, and worked on both large and small projects. Last year I made the switch to the other side of the fence (wholesale), and it has been an eye-opening experience to see how things operate in wholesale compared to installation. The best thing about this industry is that it is always changing and there is the continuing challenge of sourcing full solutions for my customers. In my spare time you will either find me at the pub or somewhere out of Auckland.
Justin Nicholls
- Business Development Manager
- 021 826 244
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I’ve spent my career in technical roles or industries, where I spent the majority of it in Telecommunications, prior to transitioning to the security industry about 3 years ago.
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Supposedly you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but I’ve enjoyed proving the contrary. Being technical and mechanically minded I enjoy getting stuck into the products and finding solutions that fit. In my spare time I’m either running around after the family, pets, or home renovations, and trying to find time to work on the project car. I keep reminding myself that if you finish a project car, you’ve done it wrong but it generally does keep me out of trouble.
Khamis Ngawaka
- Technical Manager
- 03 377 7754
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I have been in the security industry for around 28 years. For most of these years I had been with the one company, where I first started out in the industry working as an installer.
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I then worked my way through faults, maintenance, access control, CCTV, intercom, auto gates, barrier arms, electric fences, management, sales and technical training and support. After 22 years with one company, I’ve decided I needed a new challenge and have joined Connect / Dicker Data to see if I can learn something new while sharing my knowledge of experience during my time in the security installation industry. I have a wonderful partner and two young children and spend most of my time chasing after these two. Apart from watching my son play ripper rugby, when the opportunity arises, watching rugby, motorsport on the big screen and occasionally participating in the odd sim race.
Liam Mackie
- Internal IT Manager
- 09 526 1060
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I work part-time for Connect, where I occasionally break the IT systems so I can then fix them and save the day (to be honest, this probably only works half the time).
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My background in IT extends back 15 years, during which I have worked in technical roles for Spark, Vodafone and Windcave. Between reading IT forums and googling what ‘Active Directory’ is, I look after Connect’s internal IT infrastructure and the services we provide such as SIM cards and the AlarmLink SMS Notification service. In my spare time, I like to run and travel.
Mark Watson
- Branch Manager – Southern Region
- 021 870 741
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After 20 years of crawling in the roofs and attending the “on your way home” service calls I joined CSP. My role here is to assist from design to completion, in the branch, on site, in the classroom or on the phone.
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I am here to get you and your technicians up to speed with everything CSP. I have an uncanny ability to memorise Bosch programming locations and can programme a 3000 panel in under 30 seconds, which either shows my dedication to my craft or a wasted youth ! Winter weekends are my happy place, watching my boys play football, racing across town to play football and finally getting up at some silly hour of the morning to watch my beloved NEWCASTLE UTD live on the tele. Always up for a laugh (usually at my expense) and a couple of quiet drink with friends and family.
Mikayla Mackie
- Marketing and Administrative Assistant
- 09 526 1060
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I am currently studying a conjoint degree of a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Journalism and a Bachelor of Business double majoring in Economics and Finance at AUT.
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I began working at Connect Security Products during my first year of university and have enjoyed learning about the integration of social media into a business and the ways to advance social media presence to better our engagement with customers. In my spare time I train in kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and am a big UFC fan!
Paul Ross
- Product Manager – Intrusion
- 021 337 911
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After leaving school in Australia, I joined the Royal Australian Navy and the Australian Federal Police before getting into the electronic security industry as a Security Technician.
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I jumped the Tasman to reside permanently in New Zealand where I continued in the electronic security world. I have held varying roles ranging from Security Technician, Technical Sales, Sales Management and General Manager of a multi-national security company. I am passionate about working within the NZ electronic security industry and have a hands-on approach with our large customer base. Outside of work I enjoy playing guitar and spending time with family.
Tupou Aonga
- Warehouse Manager
- 09 526 1060
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Prior to joining Connect Security Products in 2021 as Warehouse Manager, working in the Warehousing and Logistics team, I enjoyed a long and happy and very varied working career with Hills NZ Ltd.
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I started as a Sky Administrator, then moved through the ranks as Payroll Administrator, Planning/Purchasing Officer – and lastly, Warehousing Manager. I love my job, and look forward to furthering my knowledge of the security product portfolio, and embracing the logistic challenges that lie ahead. I enjoy working with the team here at CSP, and take on any obstacles that come my way with a smile!
Alastair Burgess
- Southern Region Sales
- 021 243 3228
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In my early career, I trained and completed an apprenticeship as an Automotive Engineer and then switched my career to technology sales within the Telecommunications, Power Electronics and Electronic Security industries.
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After a short stint in the Fuels Industry, I have now joined Dicker Data Connect in the Christchurch office.