Professional background: Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science. 3 years of testing experience. 2 years of Customer Support Experience. Microsoft Certified Application Developer, Diploma in Java and Advanced J2EE. Self-employed since 2007.

Professional background: Diploma in ICT. Bachelor in Engineering Technology (mobile and computer systems). 2 years of professional experience, but programming for the past 12 years (since the early days on DOS). Self-employed since 2011.

Professional background: Master of Computer Application. Web developer at Purpleimage company at Mumbai, India Software Enng at Cynapse India Pvt Ltd Mumbai, India Macroweb Software Solution. Self-employed since 2010.

Professional background: BE in Computers from U. P. Technical University, India. Agile test analyst with over 5 years of experience in leading day to day operations & handling customers including Marks & Spencer, Coke, Vodafone, Johnson & Wales University,Cetera Financial Group etc. Experience in testing & maintaining windows & web applications using Java, J2EE, JSP, Flash, Javascript, Ajax, ASP.NET, C#. NET, Web Services, Oracle 10g, WCM, ECM etc. Self-employed since 2004.

Professional background: Trade diploma (Electronics), Novell certification, Microsoft certification MCSE, ITIL 1997. Network Administrator at Carter Holt Harvey (NZ) 1998. Network Administrator at Johnson and Johnson (NZ) 2000. Network Analyst at Southern Cross Healthcare (NZ) 2002. Infrastructure team leader at Southern Cross Healthcare (NZ) 2004. Infrastructure Architect at Southern Cross Healthcare (NZ) Sep. 2009 to date. Self-employed since 2009.

Professional background: Mechanical Engineering, Business consultant. SAP consultant; Novartis AG, Kiwi Railway, RahimaFrooz Ltd, Rajivplastics. Self-employed since 2006.

Professional background: Bachelor of Science. Experience from many PeopleSoft projects since 1997. Self-employed since 2000.

Professional background: Master of Business Administration (MBA). 11 years experience in SAP implementations. 8 years technical expertise in SAP Business Intelligence. Self-employed since 2005.

Professional background: 4 years experience in Banking/Finance industry. Post graduate diploma in Business Administration. Relationship officer with HDFC bank for 3 months. Sales support executive with Fullerton Enterprise for 1 year. Senior Executive with ICICI bank for 2 years. Self-employed since 2010

Professional background: Bachelor's degree in legal translation from the language school SDI, Munich, Germany. Master's degree in Translation Studies from the University of Auckland, New Zealand. Over five years experience as a freelance translator. Self-employed since 2008.

Professional background: Bachelor College of Arts and Culture in Hochiminh city. 4 years in graphic design, especially in layout printing stuff such as magazine, brochure, poster. Self-employed since 2006.

Professional background: Professional Translation and Conference Interpreting at University of Rome. Specialised translation and interpreting at University of Westminster, London. Economy & Business Finance at Saarland University/Germany. Diplome d'Studes en langue francais at Commission Nationale du DELF et du DALF. DELE (Diplomas of Spanish as a Foreign Language) at Instituto Cervantes. Self-employed since July 2007.

Professional background: I have been a house keeper for 2 years. All clients in the upper market of town. Motto: Very thorough work with nothing missed for clients who want an immaculate job and not a fast dust sweeping under the mat. Self-employed since 2009.

Professional background: Technical School Subotica/Serbia. Diploma and 7 years of experience as a graphic designer. 2005-2007 Graphic designer in Si&Si Company, Subotica. 2007-2010 Graphic designer in Lion Group, Subotica. Self-employed since 2010.

Professional background: Computing Level 3. Small Business Management Certificate. Currently studying towards a diploma in Small Business Enterprise. 10 years in various Government Departments. 20 years self employed in the Forestry, Farming and Retail Sector. Forestry and farming was traded in a partnership entity and retail was traded as a Limited Liability Company. Liquidated the Company after exhausting all efforts to keep the business afloat. Self-employed since 1983.

Professional background: Bachelor of Arts, Teaching Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Studies at University of the South Pacific. Secondary School Teacher for 10 Years. During this time tutoring students after school and tutoring tertiary students as well. Self-employed since 2010.

Professional background: BSc(Hons) Psychology, MSc Forensic Psychology (cross-cultural theses), CELTA, Grad DipTchg. Eight years teaching ESL overseas and in NZ, at all levels and to all types of students. Several short courses training new staff in-country and time spent as a consultant on intercultural (NZ/Europe-NE Asia) understanding in NZ. Self-employed since 2005.

Professional background: BBS in Marketing. launched many successful new products, successful development and implementation of marketing and sales plans. Nielsen Infact, Spaceman. Self-employed since 2011.

Professional background: Over three years experience in HR and Management in leading national businesses and government authorities. Bachelors of Chemical Engineering, passed-out with Distinction / A levels. Took courses in “Negotiating Skills” and “Minute Taking” as part personal development program. Self-employed since 2008.

Professional background: Auckland University of Technology. 10 years variety accounting experience, from entry level accounts clerk to senior level of financial accountant. Gained public list company (both NZ & Australia), non-profit, international trade (import & export), manufacture, hotel, entertainment, high technology and consultancy of professional business marketing communication services work. Self-employed since 2008.

Professional background: 4 year university degree in English and Macedonian Translation at University of Language Art and Applied Sciences Skopje, Macedonia. Business German, Macedonian and English Exam from Skopje Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Extended experience in business and commerce. Currently professional school teacher, translator and proof-reader. 20 years of translator experience. Translation work for different ministries in Macedonia (eg. Ministry of economy, finance, culture), Euroscript - Germany, Mayer & Mayer GmbH International, Goethe Institute. Self-employed since 1989.

Professional background: Economist. Comprehensive experiences as a Hotel Manager as well as a Department Manager. Aquaristic qualifications: VDA & DGHT Competence Certificate Fresh Water Aquaristic (paragraph 11 and Terraristic paragraph 11). Full-time Freelance Translator (homeworker).

Professional background: 1968 NZ School Cert, 6th Form Certificate, Landmark Education Graduate, Christopher Howard Training Graduate, started building apprenticeship 1969, obtaining trade certificate. built new houses for Neil Homes until 1980's. Then stint in Australia until 1986. Returned to NZ and started own building company which I have managed ever since. Self-employed since 1974.

Professional background: High school. 15yrs within the industry. Last 6yrs company Director. Also driver within the transport trade. Linehaul etc. Builders subbie and labourer. Self-employed since 2005.

Professional background: 2 years working for private company. 2 years working for public sector. University: Masters of Art

Professional background: BA Business Enterprise, Wolverhampton, England. 15 years experience in Telecommunications 7 years experience in management of marketing services, including setting up marketing teams, policies, KPI’s and measures. Product launch in multiple international markets B2C,B2B and B2G. Experience in multiple channels (online, mobile channel, retail). International background and outlook working in the US, NZ, UK and the Netherlands. Self-employed since 2011.

Professional background: Certificate in Business Computing. IT project management along with admin and HR. Self-employed since 1996.

Professional background: Post-graduate diploma in graphic design (FH). Creative agencies, marketing agencies, customer marketing departments. Conception, creation and realisation of promotional materials. Areas: education, blue press, office supplies, events, film, health sector, interior design, laboratory technology, storage technology, city magazine, fashion, music, pharmaceuticals, travel, sports, publishing houses. Self-employed since 1992.

Professional background: Diploma in Business Administration (NZIM). Own management consultancy for 20 years. Prior to that held senior management positions in well known NZ corporations.

Professional background: Diploma of Teaching, Bachelor in Education. Currently completing Masters in indigenous studies. Managed a number of Early childhood Services. Lectured Early childhood courses Worked for Ministry of Education as a licensing officer Worked on Marae enviro committees Community group boards. Self-employed since 2008.

Professional background: Over 10 years experience in regional TV through to blockbuster films. Worked on Peter Jackson's King Kong. Higher School. Prime Television: graphic artist (4 years). Family Television Network: production manager (3 years). Big Primate (Peter Jacksons "King Kong"): video digital assist (2 years). Squadron 146 (Peter Jacksons "Dam Busters"-Video): digital assist (3 months). Exam as a senior editor (1 years). Self-employed since 2002.

Professional background: Lead Auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and BS 25999 Bachelor of Computer Science, Diploma of Electronics. 5 Years experience as an external auditor with SGS (world renowned certification body).

Professional background: Canterbury University, SPIE, Ipedex UK Ltd., Masters in Geophysics, Canterbury University. Fortan95 +++, C++

Professional background: Bachelor of Fine Arts (majoring in Photography). Became enthralled with photography at a young age and persued it as a career after taking photography courses through high school. Developed a portfolio while travelling between 2000-2003 before being accepted into Canterbury University Fine Arts program in 2004. Self-employed since 2007.

Professional background: Technical Apprenticeship Royal Air Force. Bachelor of Aviation Massey University Majors in Aicraft Accident Investigation. 30 years aviation engineering. 25 years Quality Assurance Experience. Training work with IATA. Self-employed since 2005.

Professional background: MBA at Osmania and diploma in business in Unitec. Computerisation of accounting system and developing database for client management system for Muma, supporting and participating in developing financial system for Sovereign insurance. Self-employed since 2009.

Professional background: BSC Engineering (Chemical). Consulted in Supply Chain since 1987. Clients include Fonterra, Zespri and Prolife . Self-employed since 2003.

Professional background: American Field Scholar. 18 years account management, sales team leader, sales manager, consultant, director. Self-employed since 2010.

Professional background: BSc in Geography, Humboldt University, Germany. MEnvSt Victoria University, Wellington. Environmental policy analyst at various renewable energy companies, both in Australia and NZ. Life cycle analysis of carbon offset projects for official accreditation. Self-employed since 2007.

Professional background: Dipl.-Ing., MBA. Bosch (R&D), ABB (international projects). General director (midsize company). Consultant and interim manager for more than 20 years. Self-employed since 1981.

Professional background: S. C. in maths, English, woodcraft. Safety and security consultant, risk management, surveillance techniques, Loopholes in company system that can be infiltrated, layout of security plans, etc.. Self-employed since 2003.