FOR THE LOVE OF GATHERING

ABOUT FLOCK

Our business originated from a love of gathering. A gathering that is not only warm and comfortable but, inviting.

Starting in Hawke’s Bay and as a husband and wife team, Flock now has depots in both Auckland and Hawke’s Bay and now comprises a team of 18. We are launching Otago in late 2023.

We focus on furniture hire, but with 5 stylists and planners on the team, any design or organisation needed for your event is in our capable hands.

The Flock Story

We are Kris and Alice. A kiwi (A) and a yank (K). Our love flourished as Alice was studying classical music in North America while Kristopher spent his days farming soybean, maize and sugar beets.

In true Kris and Alice style, our relationship has been nothing but fast-paced and exciting. We were engaged and tying the knot, beginning our lives together farming in Minnesota, USA, within 3 months of dating. We’ve now been married 7 years. Adding to the crazy, we now have a beautiful daughter, Harriet and twin babies, Millie and Fletcher.

Alice began her journey with an events floral business in Toronto, launching her own event company in the United States. Kristopher was invited to work on large scale floral installations in Minneapolis, developing his love of grand scale events.

The wedding industry quickly became a love and a passion for us both. Knowing there was a gap in the NZ wedding industry for furniture hire, we traded in our life of maize and soybean for greener pastures and in July 2018, took the plunge launching Flock Events in New Zealand.

Our business originated from a love of gathering. A gathering that is not only warm and comfortable but, inviting. Flock is a nod to both our mothers, who have instilled the art of a good gathering, welcoming friends and family regularly into our family homes.

We’ve been overwhelmed with how quickly we have been welcomed into this fast-paced industry by those exploring their lounging and furniture aspirations.

We believe Flock is successful because of the team behind us. We play to each other’s strengths. We inspire, challenge and drive one another. It’s rewarding and it’s dynamic.

Alice & Kris

Meet the Team

Alesia Ainsworth

LEAD PLANNER
Alesia joined Flock after an extensive career in Melbourne Events. She is our Lead Planner for Flock Hawke’s Bay and oversees Wedding Hire. Alesia has been put to the test in all areas of coordination, and thrives under pressure. She is known for her DeWalt toolbox on-the-day kit.
ALICE SIP

DIRECTOR
Alice is the founder and ex Managing Director of Flock. With a background in performance and a passion for Entrepreneurship, Alice has been the driving force behind the growth of Flock.
BRENDON HOLMES

CORPORATE ACCOUNT MANAGER | OPERATIONS ANALYST
Brendon joins us from an extensive background in events and PR. Previously the GM of Arkade, Brendon joined Flock at a key moment of growth. Overseeing new clients, the delivery team, and the management of our warehouse, Brendon keeps our flagship Auckland branch in order. He also makes a damn good smashburger!
CHARLY PAUNOVIC

ACCOUNT MANAGER
Charly is our wedding event administrator. She takes care of all our wedding clients hiring furniture. Charly has an incredible background in super yachts, owning her own supply business in Croatia. She is well versed in service, and our clients know it!
DYLAN ANDREWS

WAREHOUSE COORDINATOR
Dylan is responsible for the inventory management of our busiest location - Auckland. He is known as our charmer, always going above and beyond for clients. Dylan has previously been the Delivery Coordinator for Auckland and Cromwell.
KRISTOPHER SIP

HAWKE’S BAY WAREHOUSE MANAGER | DIRECTOR
Kris is one half of the original Flock team alongside Alice. With an extensive farming background, Kris is the “American Muscle” solver of all problems. He is often on the road helping the various locations’ logistics and operations.
Isabel Buckley

LEAD PLANNER / STYLIST
Isabel is our Auckland Lead Planner / Stylist. An established florist, and well used to the event scene, Isabel has an incredible eye for details. She creates beautiful, unique and thoughtful events in Auckland and surrounds.
Jessica Brooker

GENERAL MANAGER
Known for her fast replies, long fingernails and tattoos, Jess is the face of Flock. With an international background in Tourism and Events, Jess has worked through all aspects of the business, landing her the role of General Manager and the respect of he clients and peers. Jess loves the corporate arm of Flock and is well known and loved in our business event sphere.
HAYDEN MARSHALL

WAREHOUSE COORDINATOR
Hayden is our resident Tetris expert. He is known for his ability to pack a truck TIGHT. Hayden is known by our regular Auckland clients, and is always the first to volunteer to help his fellow team members however he can.
Nat Sabah

LEAD STYLIST
Nat is known for her incredible eye for detail with a side of OCD. An established Interior Designer, Nat joined Flock as a wedding stylist for a taste of something new. She curates gorgeous affairs with no detail missed. Nat is based in Hawke’s Bay.
QUINTIN HEPI

DELIVERY LEAD - HAWKE’S BAY
Quintin is known for going above and beyond on jobs. Always smiling, and always happy to assist. He joined Flock after a long career in marquees. “A breath of fresh air” is how Quintin has been recognised.
ROBBIE BEATON

DELIVERY TEAM - AUCKLAND
Robbie joins us from an extensive career in truck driving. Always known as being “so lovely”, Robbie is our forward thinker, great to be around, happy to do anything for you delivery team member.
Sue McIvor

ACCOUNTS MANAGER
Mama Sue as she’s known, or “The Boomer”, Sue is Flock’s Account Manager. She has an extensive background in office management, administration and vast experience in high level personal assistant roles. She runs all financial and legal aspects to Flock.