Celebrating 50 Years of McGreals

Celebrating 50 Years of McGreals

On behalf of everyone here at McGreals, we are thrilled to celebrate a major milestone – our 50th anniversary! Since 1974, we've been proudly providing exceptional office furniture solutions to businesses throughout New Zealand.

Achieving this monumental milestone would not have been possible without our dedicated employees, supportive network, and of course loyal clients like you that have supported us - thank you!

 

Our Story

The McGreals' journey began in 1974 when Damien's great uncle, Patrick, founded a humble office furniture store with a vision to provide high-quality office furniture at affordable prices. Over the years, McGreals has grown and adapted to meet the ever-changing needs of our clients.

Damien, who started working in the business as a school kid, has seen McGreals through various roles, from wrapping vinyl desks and managing installations to becoming the Sales Manager and now Director. His deep-rooted understanding of the business, combined with a passion for furniture design, has been instrumental in McGreals' success.

From traditional office spaces to today's dynamic and collaborative work environments, we've been there every step of the way, offering a comprehensive selection of furniture and services to help local businesses create inspiring and functional workspaces.


Where We Are Today

Today, McGreals is a thriving business with a new, modern showroom that reflects the latest trends in office design. Our team of experts are passionate about helping you find the perfect furniture solutions to fit your unique needs and budget. We offer a wide range of products, from ergonomic workstations and comfortable seating to stylish breakroom furniture and space-saving storage solutions.

We're more than just a furniture store; we're a trusted partner in creating workplaces that inspire productivity and well-being. Our team of qualified interior designers can work with you to design a workspace that reflects your company's culture and brand.


Our Values

At the heart of McGreals are five core values that guide our operations and interactions:

Great at What We Do: We're experts in office furniture & design, and thrive on delivering a high quality & timely service.

Good Vibes: We foster a happy, supportive environment where our team members enjoy their work and bring positive energy to their interactions.

Pride and Passion: We take pride in our work, and are passionate about providing quality furniture.

Never Say No: We're energetic, adaptable, and always up for a challenge. When faced with obstacles, we take ownership, approach them with an open mind, and persevere until the job is done.

Goodness at Our Core: Honesty, integrity, loyalty, trust, and respect are the foundational principles that guide how we treat our clients and our team.

Our People

Jasmine Rabadan
Sales and Design Consultant
5 years at McGreals

“I started at McGreals in 2019, a long standing family business. I have been through the toughest of times with McGreals through the Covid lockdowns and more, yet with such a great team and a company with such good values and morals we managed to get through it all with a smile and are still thriving.

I have met some amazing people through the business and it feels like a second family!”

Sue Kim
Sales and Design Consultant
1.5 years at McGreals

"McGreals has been big milestone in my life - allowing me to transition from studying into the real-life workplace. Easing into my role as a Sales and Design consultant has been a breeze as my values and ethics aligned with McGreals.

On top of this, I really treasure the relationships I continue to create along the way."

 

Emily Picard
Sales and Design Consultant
8 months at McGreals

"The support I have received from my coworkers at McGreals has pushed me to further my skills in both sales and design. Great communication between our team, from first point of contact to installation, ensures a smooth, straight forward process for all.

I really value the relationships I have built with the team, and the connections I continue to make with clients."

Emily Duncan
Reception/Administrator

“As a newly joined member to the McGreals family, I have been welcomed into my new role with ease thanks to our fantastic team's knowledge and experience.

I have a great sense of support and freedom to grow and evolve with an ever changing industry and feel excited to continue the journey with McGreals!”
 

Nici Erickson
Customer and Sales Support
7 years at McGreals 

“Finding my “ikigai” was easy with McGreals. Having a natural passion to combine my therapeutic background to help clients feel their most comfortable in their chair and workspace set up is easily the best part of my day!

This brings being of service a true sense of purpose and meaning to me. Being a part of a passionate team doing passionate work every day!”

Jess Robinson
Operations & Projects Coordinator

"Coming up to my first year with McGreals I have slotted into my role nicely!

One of the key aspects of my job has been co-ordinating with different teams, internal and external which has honed my communication skills. With the support of such a close knit team it has helped make the day-to-day tasks run smoothly, this is both rewarding and fulfilling.”

Steve Herewini
Driver & Installer
6 years at McGreals

“Over this time I have thrived under the leadership and direction from my superiors. Being an installer has given me the ability to gain new skills and represent McGreals as a whole while delivering installation services to the public to the highest standard.

I enjoy the diversity of this role as no two days are the same. The relationships I have formed with the staff and our clients over the years are a true testament to the close-knit family we have here at McGreals. I endeavour to complete all jobs to the best of my ability and aim to leave our clients happy with a smile on their faces.”

Zion Perawiti
Installer/Warehouse Storeman
2 years at McGreals

"Working at McGreals has been a real pleasure and journey. I have been at McGreals for about 2 years now and have really enjoyed working here and alongside some amazing people who welcomed me in with open arms and treated me well.

It’s a real friendly environment, which makes going to work that much easier. Glad to be a part of the McGreals Team.”

Ramesh Patel
Accounts
10 years at McGreals

“I have been with McGreals for over 10 years. It seems a long time, but I don’t feel that way. I feel as if it was just recently. Why? Because I enjoy working with the TEAM and the McGreals family. I have been looking after Accounting and Management Reporting functions.

Wishing the Company continuous growth in the future.”

Karenina Jackson
Accounts Payable
8 years at McGreals

"I started at McGreals way back in 2000 as my first “real” job after studying.  It was such a wonderful, warm and welcoming place to be a part of.

After a long break having four children I was thrilled to be back working in the great team environment McGreals has always been known for. McGreals is like family to me - I joke I’m happy to have been around so long - I’m “part of the furniture.
 

Beyond 50 Years

As we celebrate 50 years of success, we're excited to continue providing our customers with the exceptional service and quality products they've come to expect from McGreals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of the office furniture industry, offering innovative solutions to help you create workplaces that work for you.

Thank you for being a part of our journey. We look forward to serving you for many years to come!

Sincerely,

The McGreals Team