Our team

Our People, Your Partners

Meet the Bespoke Timber Coatings Team

At Bespoke Timber Coatings, our greatest strength lies in our people. Behind every beautifully coated timber board is a team of passionate individuals dedicated to excellence. Whether they’re on the workshop floor, behind the counter, or managing your project from behind the scenes — our team is here to deliver craftsmanship, reliability, and friendly, expert service.

KAREN DARRAGH

Director

13+ years in timber coatings, Karen brings deep technical expertise and trusted industry relationships across New Zealand.

MATT CONNORS

Director

With flooring in his blood and a background in print, Matt ensures production runs smoothly with precision and passion.

BLAKE HANVEY

From summer job to star technician, Blake runs the coating machine, cracks jokes, and defends his Table Tennis Champion title.

KAREN LAMERT

Director

With over 20 years in timber coatings, Karen brings unmatched technical expertise and trusted industry relationships across New Zealand. She’s the calm in the chaos—leading with heart, precision, and a deep understanding of what makes timber truly shine.

MATT CONNORS

Director

With flooring in his blood and a background in print, Matt brings precision, passion, and a calm command to every production run. He’s built strong industry relationships, loves time with family and the great outdoors, and while he’s now a true Kiwi, that charming UK accent still sneaks through.

BLAKE HANVEY

Starting as a summer job at 16, Blake quickly leveled up to star technician, expertly running the coating machine while cracking jokes and defending his undefeated Table Tennis Champion title.

Kenny

Our woodworking master — the steady hand behind our precision, quality, and reliability. A true craftsman with a kind soul, Kenny brings decades of skill to every project and heart to everything he does.

Leo Millanes

Leo came to us through Kenny and quickly proved himself a solid, reliable force on the coating machine. With years of timber experience and a quiet confidence, he’s a family man who always greets the day with a friendly smile.