MBS is a 50:50 partnership between Michael Ferrand & Fran Stanley. Mike and Fran established the company in 2002. Since then they have worked together, and separately, in a wide range of businesses. See Clients & Cases for further information.

 

Prior to starting MBS Michael held a number of senior retail roles, including that of Asia Pacific Regional CEO for leading book and stationery retailer WH Smith. His background includes General Management roles in New Zealand and ten years with Marks and Spencer in the UK. He has broad experience in multi-category and specialty retail in both Australia and New Zealand.

Michael has been involved at Board level in a variety of sales and acquisitions. He currently holds Independent Directorships on a number of Boards.

Fran trained as a journalist but spent most of her early career in marketing. She held senior marketing roles at Tip Top Ice Cream Co. and Lion Nathan before specializing in retail companies. Fran spent seven years at Whitcoulls fulfilling roles as General Manager (NZ) and Chief Operating Officer (Australasia).

Since forming MBS Fran has focused on strategic plan development and implementation. This work has encompassed a range of large and small projects which have been successfully implemented.