Entrepreneur | Investor | Champion of Learning
Paratene Waikari
Entrepreneur, Investor &
Co- Founder of SCAFFKiT
Introduction
Born in Gisborne, New Zealand on 1st March 1980, Paratene (Para) Waikari relocated to Perth, Western Australia at the age of 2. Para experienced a traumatic childhood resulting in suppressing his emotions in fear of the consequences. The resilience and mental strength acquired through childhood adversity was applied to his chosen sports of rugby league, touch rugby and boxing, leading to a high school rugby league scholarship and selection in the Perth Junior Western Reds Rugby League team.
Para began working in the scaffolding industry in his early twenties, not long after meeting his life partner Mary. They were married in 2008, and now have four beautiful children together, which he states to be both challenging and extremely rewarding. Para’s employment resume exhibits loyalty, professionalism and a high acumen for business innovation.
What I Specialise In
Dynamic Entrepreneur
Overcoming adversity to Co-Found SCAFFKiT, thriving through endless challenges, forging a renowned brand whilst impacting the lives of 1,000's of scaffolders in over 5 countries to go home safely after a hard day's work.
Business Investor
Are you or do you know someone else looking to grow, scale or exit a business? I am open to partnerships, investment opportunities, mergers and acquisitions. Please don't be shy. Let's chat!
Creative Enthusiast
An experienced and passionate innovator with a high acumen for development, allocation of resources and execution of strategic plans to achieve long term growth, sustainability and customer satisfaction.
"You never stop learning!"