Brett Slater
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| Born | Brett Murray Slater 1964 Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand |
| 🏡 Residence | Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand |
| 🏳️ Nationality | New Zealand |
| Other names | Brett |
| 🏫 Education | University of Waikato |
| 🎓 Alma mater | University of Waikato |
| 💼 Occupation | Business coach and chartered accountant |
| 👔 Employer | Slater Coach Limited |
| Notable work | Slaters Coaching Connection |
| 🏡 Home town | Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand |
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Brett Slater, a New Zealand business coach and chartered accountant who was born in Hamilton, New Zealand, in 1964, is well known for his many contributions to a variety of fields.[1] He has made a name for himself in the accounting industry as the founder of Slater Chartered Accountants. Slater has worked in accountancy and business since 1982 (over 40 years). He sold his accountancy practice in March 2017 and has coached full-time since[1][2], furthering his impact as a mentor and consultant. His coaching services help people set targets and come up with plans to reach their objectives.[3]
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Slater is involved in community activities, including as a volunteer member of the Matangi Drainage Board.[1]
Early life and education
Slater was born and grew up in Hamilton, New Zealand[1]. His schooling started in kindergarten at Miropiko, and then he went to Woodstock Primary School. After that, he went to school at Southwell School[1] (1975–1976), where he stood out as the school's DUX and was an excellent student. Slater went to St Paul's Collegiate School (1977–1982) for high school, where he also worked as a school prefect.
Slater went to the University of Waikato in 1986 to study accounting, and graduated with a BComm in 1989. During this time, he worked at Kirk Barclay Chartered Accountants. This gave him real-world training. He later went back to the University of Waikato[1] to get a BA in Māori and Indigenous Studies. This helped him learn more about the people and history of Aotearoa.
Career
Slater has worked in accountancy and business since 1982.[1] In 1989, he joined Spicers & Oppenheim Chartered Accountants as an accountant. The following year, in 1990, he joined Ernst Young Chartered Accountants as a senior accountant.
In 1990, Brett Slater became a member of CAANZ (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand)[1] and obtained a Public Practice Certificate. He subsequently established his chartered accountancy practice, known as Slater Chartered Accountants.[1] This firm offered various accounting services, including business mentoring, coaching, financial reporting, bookkeeping, strategic planning, and more, encompassing all facets of the accounting profession.
Recognizing the potential of a digital future for the accounting industry, Slater transitioned his entire Slater Chartered Accountants client base to Xero, a digital accounting software. Slater also collaborated with a software engineer, Phil Botterill, to develop a state-of-the-art solution called "Firmbase" that revolutionized workflow automation in accounting. The solution featured deep Google integrations and could create complete, print-ready financial statement booklets directly from Xero data. He invested in a $200,000 printer capable of bookbinding to bring this vision to life. The solution streamlined operations, allowing financial statements to go from digital files to professionally bound booklets, trimmed by a hydraulic guillotine, and then dispatched by courier—all in a seamless workflow.
Alongside his coaching practice, Slater is a co-owner of OneHaus Ltd (residential construction), and was its project manager from 2017 to July 2023. Through this work he earned multiple certifications in construction and site management, including Construction Site Safety Supervisor, approved Asbestos Removal Supervisor, and STMS-approved Traffic Management. He also became a Homestar Rating Assessor for the NZGBC New Zealand Green Building Council[4].
Slater, who has worked in accountancy and business for over 40 years, sold his chartered accountancy practice in March 2017 and has coached full-time since[1] as a business coach, mentor, and consultant, offering personalized coaching services tailored to individual needs. He established Slater Coach Limited[5], a boutique coaching business providing a coaching schedule for only three days a week. His experienced coaching team collaborates with clients to identify objectives and develop strategies. They provide continuous support to empower clients to unlock their full potential and achieve the success they desire in their businesses.
Membership
- Qualified Member of New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC)
- Member of CAANZ (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand)
Personal life
Slater lives in Hamilton, New Zealand.
Slater is known for his ethical principles and involvement in various boards and review panels.
Slater is interested in global affairs and learning. In his leisure time, he enjoys reading books, exploring the local land, or enjoying coffee with friends.
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 "About Brett Slater". Slater Coach. Retrieved 4 November 2026.
- ↑ https://www.slatercoach.com/
- ↑ "Brett Slater - Hamilton Business Coach | Noomii". www.noomii.com. Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ↑ "NZGBC qualifications: Brett Slater". New Zealand Green Building Council. Retrieved 4 November 2026.
- ↑ "SLATER COACH LIMITED (5129962)". New Zealand Companies Office. Retrieved 4 November 2026.
External links
- Slater Coach
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