Sponsored Post: Celebrating a Decade of Excellence: Nelson Marlborough Traffic Management

In 2013, a venture that was to be become known as Nelson Marlborough Traffic Management (NMTM) was born. Formerly known as STMS Forestry Services,
NMTM was born out of necessity and passion, and is the brainchild of Director Lorraine Klenner.

Seeking a new direction in life, Lorraine's journey in the industry began as a 'Lollypop Lady' on forestry projects. Recognising the need for qualified, efficient, and safe Traffic Management services specifically catering to the forestry industry
and taking a leap of faith, Lorraine purchased her first set of signs and began slowly building a team of local friends and family.

Fast forward ten years, and NMTM remains a testament to Lorraine's dedication, serving clients across multiple industries, and those family members and locals that first comprised the team have become an integral part of the business.

“I have loved growing my business and cultivating a supportive environment where my staff often come in with little to no experience in the industry and
are soon trained to the highest standard and are running sites. I am truly proud of my team and the relationship and environment that is fostered within my business. I must say that the relationships I’ve built with my clients, who have become friends, brings me much joy.” Lorraine values and acknowledges the camaraderie amongst industry peers and the unity displayed during community
challenges, like the August floods and Pigeon Valley fires, which highlighted the collective spirit amongst traffic management companies, councils, and contractors
in the region.

In 2021, Lorraine's commitment was acknowledged with the Outstanding Regional Services Performance award from Top of the South Forestry Awards. This accolade
reflects not only Lorraine's passion but also the team's collective efforts in delivering outstanding services to clients. “Winning these Awards was one of my
proudest professional moments.

It was wonderful to be recognised for the hard work and effort that my team and I put into providing excellent service throughout the region. I have developed close relationships with my clients over the past 10 years, some of whom have become close friends. I enjoy providing them with excellent service and I also enjoy the challenge and problem solving that’s involved in designing and executing an effective traffic management plan that allows them to continue working while keeping their staff and the public safe. People I work with have become second family and we have staff that have developed close knit relationships where we spend time together outside of work.”

The company proudly operates by the motto, "We love doing our job really well, which makes your job safer for both your workers and the public." This commitment has allowed NMTM to grow into a company that can safely manage the Nelson-Marlborough regions simultaneously.

Lorraine encapsulates the essence of NMTM as locals who employ locals and serve locals. Choosing NMTM means supporting a small, family-owned, and operated
business that values the community it serves. Moving forward for the future of the business, Lorraine says she would like to continue focusing on improving their standard within the industry.

“We are growing at a rapid rate, and I am excited to see where we go. For myself, I’d like to be retired in the next 10 years! Eventually my son Philip will take the helm. I hope to leave my business with the legacy of being one of the best in the
region. Of course, I’m unsure if I’ll ever truly ‘retire’ but I would like to have more time to spend with my grandchildren and family.”

Taking a moment to show gratitude to her supporters over the past ten years, Lorraine says, “Thank you to all of our wonderful clients who have entrusted
me with providing their Traffic Management, it is an honour to serve the Nelson and Tasman regions. I have to say a heartfelt thank you to my amazing team
who work tirelessly every day to provide the service our clients needs, thank you to all the supportive partners and all of the amazing businesses and individuals
who have collectively helped shape Nelson Marlborough Traffic Management into
a successful business.”

As NMTM celebrates a decade of hard work, dedication, and growth, it invites clients to experience the excellence that has become synonymous with their name. For NMTM, a job well done is not just a motto; it's a commitment to ensuring
safety for both workers and the public. So, try NMTM and witness the difference a decade of expertise can make in traffic management.