About Tailorspace
The world needs people who dream big and turn aspirations into reality.
We are a driven group of experts, deeply committed to making a positive impact locally and globally by actively investing in talented and progressive businesses and individuals.
We invest strategically
Tailorspace, the wealth engine behind the Ben Gough Family Office, actively invests in and develops select businesses by providing the expertise, patience and means to transform their vision into commercial reality.
We think intergenerationally
Built on the values of our Family Office, Tailorspace exists in order to protect and grow wealth with our mission reaching far beyond financial return. Ultimately, we are here to contribute to the greater good of New Zealand and create a legacy that will make our children proud.

Capability + talent + heart
Our governance team

Ben Gough
Managing Director
“Business, family and community are key drivers for me, and the Family Office has brought it all together in one place. With Tailorspace we are growing a great business that is taking our Canterbury roots and values out into the world. It’s exciting, fun and challenging.”
Also likes: camping with his family, skiing, guitar and laughing with friends.

Sandy Maier
Advisory Board Chairman
“A Family Office is a unique environment setting competitive business nous alongside intergenerational perspectives. I like bringing my governance experience to this role which challenges us all to make a difference commercially, personally and philanthropically.”
Also likes: travel to all corners of the globe, fishing and tramping.

Peter Rae
Independent Advisor
“I greatly enjoy my involvement with the BGFO team and the challenges associated with the protection and growth of family wealth within a very strong ethical and philanthropic culture”.
Also likes: fishing, skiing, travelling and the great outdoors.

Pen Gough
Advisory Board Member and
Trustee of the Ben Gough Family Foundation
“With the Family Office I am strengthening my knowledge around investments, governance and philanthropy. The whole team is talented and fun. What I’m learning and what we’re all doing together makes for a great work place.”
Also likes: skiing, tennis, golf, black Labradors, raising her family and times in Wanaka.
Our management team

Brett Gamble
Chief Executive Officer
“I am passionate about helping organisations grow and deliver their full potential and ultimately take on the world all the way from New Zealand. Tailorspace provides the commercial scale and networks to genuinely make a difference to growing successful businesses. It is a thrill and privilege to be part of it.”
Also likes: running the Port Hills, rugby, watching his children participate in sports and theatre productions.

Glenn Taylor
General Manager – Property
“Property is an exciting industry within an ever changing landscape that contributes positively to the economy. Tailorspace has a big vision that will provide a positive contribution for future generations, aligning with its long term intergenerational approach to property ownership.”
Also likes: snow skiing, mountain biking, travelling and spending time with his family.

Catherine Boyer
Chief Executive Ben Gough Family Foundation
“Strategic philanthropy is a long term interest of mine and now is starting to re-shape the New Zealand charitable sector. It is exciting to work with a family who is committed to this approach in their giving, both through how they consider grants and in how they lead their communities.”
Also likes: tramping around New Zealand, travelling, books, being on the farm and visiting family.

Rachel Hansen
Group CFO
Rachel is a qualified Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand, and is a CA member of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand.
“Tailorspace has a diversified portfolio of property, equity and direct investments. It has a strong governance structure, combined with an excellent internal family culture. It’s an action-packed organisation, and is a place I enjoy coming to work at.”
Also likes: heading off on family holidays, creating memories, exploring New Zealand and trying to keep up with her two active sons.