
Tuesday, 9 September 2025
Passion and Alignment: How Nathan Wheeler Drives KiwiSpan Southland’s Success
Drive around Southland and chances are you’ll spot the results of Nathan Wheeler’s work—solid, functional KiwiSpan buildings that stand out for their quality. But behind each project is more than just construction expertise. For Nathan and his partner Jessica, running KiwiSpan Southland is about combining their professional strengths with a brand they genuinely believe in, creating a business built on alignment and shared values.
Nathan’s background in residential building gave him the technical skills and experience to take on the KiwiSpan franchise with confidence. His expertise on-site is balanced by Jessica’s role managing marketing, sales, and administration. Together, they form a complementary team that reflects KiwiSpan’s culture of professionalism, reliability, and customer focus.
A key factor in their success has been KiwiSpan’s proven systems and streamlined processes. From handling sales enquiries to managing product dispatch, the franchise model provides clarity and efficiency at every stage. This structure allows Nathan and Jessica to spend their time where it matters most—delivering quality projects and building their business.
That support extends beyond systems. Backed by the Donovan Group, KiwiSpan franchisees have access to engineering expertise, marketing resources, and ongoing business guidance. For Nathan and Jessica, this combination of strong local ownership with national backing has created the perfect platform for growth. They can operate with the autonomy of business owners while benefiting from the strength of a trusted, established brand.
Through their shared passion and alignment with KiwiSpan’s values, Nathan and Jessica have established a business that Southland clients trust. Their story is proof that when expertise, brand support, and genuine belief in what you do come together, success follows.