The Grand Cathedral Square Limited

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The Grand Cathedral Square

Your Place, Your Space

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Housed in the 140-year-old former Chief Post Office in Cathedral Square, The Grand has been part of the very fabric of this city for generations. The building has stood the tests of time, city developments, and earthquakes, and is as impressive today as the day it was built. A Grand old Lady, a part of our fabric and as it has always been Your Place, Your Space.

The Grand will be a leased venue inside the prime location of the old Chief Post Office building, with access to Cathedral Square. We plan to turn The Grand into a world-class destination for our world-class city, complete with an artisan French bakery, people-focused food court experience, visitor information centre, iconic restaurants, and bars and one of New Zealand’s largest outdoor plazas.

Our Vision

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Our vision is for The Grand to be a place that Canterbury locals are proud of, and a must-see destination for out-of-town visitors – a place where people can meet, greet, socialise and play. But it will also be capable of adapting to change quickly and easily. That might be offering the latest craze to hit Christchurch – think the Bruffin – or introducing an up-and-coming food experience.

Our vision is when our customers are dining with us for breakfast and lunch, our evening entertainment and events will be advertised and communicated to our customers by means of table talkers and our friendly wait staff. The Council event space is located right next door which we believe may present opportunities to collaborate and further promote The Grand’s dynamic event and entertainment offerings.

Here is your opportunity to be a part of this amazing redevelopment and take ownership of your city’s revitalisation with an investment in The Grand and secure your piece of Christchurch.

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Home to some of Canterbury's best producers and hospitality: The Grand will aim to become the ultimate destination for locals and visitors.

Our Team

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Darin Rainbird. Director

Darin has spent the last 25 years building and developing his own businesses in the Hospitality, Tourism, Marketing and Property Development sectors. He took ownership and managed the successful transition of The Akaroa i-SITE from a substantial (six figure) loss making enterprise into a stand-alone, privately owned, profit making (six figure) enterprise. He demonstrates on a continuing basis the ability to see opportunity and capitalise on it. His unorthodox marketing acumen has seen his businesses flourish and cope with the challenges the world has currently presented. We welcome his insight and involvement in the development of The Grand.

Tony Nguye. Project Manager

Tony started his career as a Junior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager in 2014. He then went onto study at Ara Polytechnic to gain his qualification in construction management and quatity surveying. Tony specialises in EQC repairs, new builds and internal fit-outs for commercial, industrial and residential properties, for both insurers and private clients. Tony has delivered excellent outcomes for over 100 small to large projects in the last 7 years. He is a strong communciator and works well with contractors, consultants, loss adjusters and suppliers, who have become a great network he can tap into. 

Geoffrey Crabbe. Executive Chef 

Geoff has been involved in numerous hospitality projects, both development and pre-opening stages. Geoff is a results-driven leader with extensive experience from Asia to Australia in leading hospitality operations for high profile resorts for over 22 years. His experience includes Executive Chef at The Chateau Hotel, Amazonita and Anantara Resorts & Spa in Cambodia & Vietnam, to name just a few. Recognised for highly creative, innovative preparation, presentation techniques, and attention to detail. 

Toan Van Vu. Head Chef

Toan has a strong background in Asian and European cuisines spending most of his career based in Dubai and other European countries. Toan is a strong formidable leader with a hands-on approach to the operation, a "we can do anything" attitude, leading from the front. Recognised for his strong leadership abilities in the kitchen, presentation techniques and attention to detail. His previous experience includes Head Chef at The Chateau Hotel, Dubai Gold Club and Westin Dubai Min Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina. 

Bianca Baillie. Business Development Manager

Bianca brings more than 10 years of international experience in the financial advisory and services sector. Her project management skills and ‘let’s get it done’ attitude is exactly what The Grand requires to ensure we move along swiftly, build momentum, achieve the goals we set out, and succeed. Bianca enjoys building relationships and finding the best people to partner with in business, to create long term ventures with.

Hien Bushell. Customer Service Manager

Hien has built her own phenomenally successful customer service companies over the last 11 years and understands the connection with the customer experience. This has resulted in her businesses achieving a repeat customer ratio of 85%, an industry lead. Hien’s knowledge on what makes the customer experience rewarding, memorable and repeat worthy will stand The Grand in exceptionally good stead. Her ability to implement diverse strategies and measurable applications will ensure The Grand customers are served with exceptional service.

Our team from left to right: Bianca Baillie (Business Development Manager), Tony Nguyen (project manager) centre is Darin Rainbird (CEO & Founder) middle top is Toan Van Vu (Head Chef), Geoffrey Crabbe (Executive Chef), and Hien Bushell (Customer Service Manager).

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What Have We Achieved Thus Far?

Strengthening and structural works completed 1 February 2022 

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So far we have:

- Secured a 25-year lease within the iconic old post office building. 

- Built a strong and experienced team to ensure this project is successful. 

- We have current investors onboard. 

- Held an successful VIP Launch Event.

- Been in several media spaces namely: NZ Herald, Stuff, The Star, More FM, Breeze FM, The AM Show and last but not least, TVNZ1 News.

- The strengthening and external works have been completed. 

- Had our financials reviewed by Nexia New Zealand. 

- Internal fit out works have commenced. 

The Grand Restoration Journey

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What's Next For The Grand?

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In the first three years, we plan to focus solely on cementing our place within Christchurch’s hospitality sector and growing the core customer base of The Grand. We know from exhaustive examination, based on Darin, the CEO and the Founders 37 years of marketing development and start-up experience combined, that we have the strategies and plans to accomplish this.

From there, we believe The Grand will be in a position to consider other opportunities. Our highly capable and experienced team plans to focus on accelerating our expansion plans by looking for complementary development opportunities that sit within our respective fields of expertise. Initially, we plan for these to be centred on growing our influence and offerings within Christchurch, and later include opportunities to grow sustainably beyond Christchurch and into greater New Zealand.

Once The Grand business model is proven and successful the company's intention is to look at similar projects in other locations.

Use Of Capital

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What we will spend the money on	If minimum raise goal achieved	If maximum raise goal achieved
Purchase of wood fire pizza oven & main ovens for bakery fitout	$150,000	$150,000
Purchase of all equipment and fit out for the bakery - Stage 2	-	$750,000
Fit out the first floor kitchen & restaurant - Stage 3	-	$1,100,000
Total Investment Raised	$150,000	$2,000,000

 

Share Allocation Update

There will be an allocation of up to $2,000,000 additional shares which has resulted from an increase in construction costs and projected startup costs. Founder shares held by the CEO and Founder, Darin Rainbird will reduce significatly as contractors, consultants and suppliers are allocated their shares from Darin Rainbird's current allocation. 

Warning Statement

PledgeMe is licensed and regulated by the Financial Markets Authority. This share offer made by The Grand Cathedral Square Limited will only be available for acceptance through the PledgeMe website. Equity crowdfunding is risky. Issuers using this facility include new or rapidly growing ventures. Investment in these types of business is very speculative and carries high risk. You may lose your entire investment and must be in a position to bear this risk without undue hardship. New Zealand law normally requires people who offer financial products to give information to investors before they invest. This requires those offering financial products to disclose information that is important for investors to make an informed decision. The usual rules do not apply to offers by issuers using this facility. As a result, you may not be given all the information usually required. You will also have fewer other legal protections for this investment. Ask questions, read all information given carefully and seek independent financial advice before committing yourself.

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