Our Background
New Zealand ARC Investment Limited, headquartered in New Zealand, is a cross-disciplinary health industry investment company. Focused on digital healthcare and investing in the wellness industry, ARC is committed to providing customers with comprehensive, intelligent medical product solutions and services. The establishment of ARC aims to support the development of the health industry in New Zealand. Its subsidiary, NZ ARC Health Limited, possesses abundant resources in the medical wellness and aged care sectors, providing comprehensive support for the advancement of the New Zealand health industry.
Our investment projects cover various fields, including medical facility construction, medical service operation, and aged care services. We offer comprehensive support to nursing homes, hospitals, clinics, etc., including intelligent hardware equipment, software development, consulting management, and education training. We have gathered many industry leaders and authoritative figures to provide strong support and guidance for the smooth progress and successful operation of projects.
As a customer and partner, you can confidently choose ARC as your partner in the health industry in New Zealand. We will provide you with a diverse range of medical equipment supplies and assist you in achieving personal and corporate goals through professional services and support, jointly creating a bright future in the medical health field.
Our Mission and Values
Our mission is to contribute to people's health and happiness through innovation and win-win and promote social development and progress. To achieve this mission, we adhere to the following values:
Advancing
We are committed to advancing innovation and service improvements that provide smarter solutions and sustainable developments in the health sector.
Resourceful
We use our resources and wisdom to offer quality medical products and services to flexibly address organisational challenges and issues.
Collaborative
We emphasise win-win global and local partnerships, foster collaboration to achieve common goals, and build bridges in the healthcare market teamwork to achieve organisational goals.
Meet The Team
Director & CEO
Olive Chen
A New Zealand Chinese immigrant since 1999, with a Master of Business degree from the University of Auckland.
Shareholder of New Zealand Aged Care Services Limited (NZACS) and International Business Expert.
Chairman of the (WABA) New Zealand, as well as the liaison department of the global non-profit, non-governmental organization WABA. Also holds a position as Executive Director of the Hong Kong New Zealand Business Association.
Former General Manager of WABA (Hong Kong) and founder of Trisan New Zealand Trade Company.
Brings over a decade of managerial and operational experience in international trade and supply chain management.
Currently pursuing MBA courses at the Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB), one of China's top business schools, which has trained thousands of CEOs from various Chinese companies.
Executive Director
Jock Muir
A senior manager and director with extensive experience in the healthcare industry in New Zealand and Australia. He has held senior managerial and directorial positions in both public and private organizations. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Massey University.
He possesses in-depth knowledge of both public and private healthcare sectors, covering areas such as revenue and system efficiency, as well as performance enhancement.
He has been appointed as a senior manager at the New Zealand and Australian Public Health Services Company, serving as ministerial advisor and manager for national, regional, and local projects, including workflow improvement, national procurement processes, medical equipment procurement, and the establishment of several private healthcare companies with annual turnovers reaching millions of dollars.
He serves as a director and investor in companies such as Heart Centre (2003) Ltd, Heart Management Ltd, Heart Vision Ltd, Heart Centre @ St Georges (a joint venture), NSC Ltd, Pegasus Health Ltd, and Dynamic Medical Supply (DMS).
Additionally, he is involved in multiple national and regional charitable organizations.
Clinical Director
Dr. Lauretta Alessi
Senior management positions in both public and private healthcare and accident insurance companies;
Consultant at the New Zealand Ministry of Health;
Postdoctoral researcher;
Senior university lecturer in health management;
Member of the University of Canterbury Human Ethics Committee;
Governance roles in several local and national charitable organizations.
Educational achievements include a Bachelor's degree, a Master's degree in Public Policy, and a PhD in Bioethics (Economics, Philosophy, and Clinical Practice), and membership in the Institute of Directors New Zealand.
Director
YANG Jie
Yang Jie is a distinguished entrepreneur with an illustrious career spanning over three decades in management, specializing in international trade management and technical research and development.
Holds a Master of Business Administration from Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
As the Founder and CEO/Executive Chairman of Guizhou Saboman Import and Export Co., Ltd. and Guizhou Saboman Micronized Mining Co., Ltd., he has steered these companies to prominence in the barite industry, with a global footprint in 26 countries and regions.
With a workforce exceeding 600 employees, the combined annual sales revenue of both companies surpasses USD 40 million (equivalent to over RMB 300 million).
Yang Jie's visionary leadership has propelled the Group to achieve significant milestones, including pioneering product development and forging strategic partnerships with esteemed academic institutions.
Under his stewardship, the Group has become the first Chinese enterprise to actively participate in the formulation of global barite industry implementation standards by the Barytes Association.
Beyond his contributions in the corporate arena, Yang Jie holds influential positions in various prestigious organizations.
He serves as an Executive Member of The Barytes Association and is actively involved in the formulation of API standards for the American Chemical and Petroleum Association.
Additionally, he holds the esteemed roles of Executive Chairman of Zhenghe Island Guizhou, Vice President of Guizhou Big Data Application Promotion Association, and Vice President of the North America (Guizhou) Chamber of Commerce.
His multifaceted contributions to industry standards, networking platforms, and the promotion of data application underscore his unwavering commitment to driving innovation and fostering collaboration within the global business community.
Business Associate Partner
Geoffrey Mark Shaw
Professor of Intensive Care at Christchurch Hospital and the Department of Surgery and Intensive Care at the University of Otago, Christchurch.
Associate Professor at the College of Engineering, University of Canterbury.
Graduated from the University of Otago, New Zealand, in 1985, and is an Honorary Fellow of the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand.
The ICU Digitized Cockpit is an innovative solution in response to the challenges posed by COVID-19. It integrates ICU medical resources, alleviates the burden on medical staff, and provides remote monitoring and control capabilities to enhance patient care quality. The cockpit is equipped with advanced hardware, including CPUs, touchscreens, and dual-screen displays, to streamline clinical workflows. Future developments will focus on integration with other medical devices and enhancing functionality to further improve the efficiency and quality of medical services.
Collaborating with the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Canterbury, developed a novel concept based on physiological models and computation, known as Model-Based Therapeutics (MBT), to address clinical problems.
Our Key Members
Chief Technology Director
Timothy BING
Graduated from Peking University with a degree in computer science.
Co-founder of YinQu Education Technology. Focused on exploring and practicing holistic education for children within the context of emerging technologies.
Formerly one of the founding team members of Qunar.com, where he served for over 12 years. Led technical teams in various roles such as technology and product to adapt to the company's rapid growth and changes.
Possesses 20 years of experience in information technology. Keeps up with the latest technological developments and their practical applications in business. As a tech enthusiast, he is passionate about continuously iterating products and technologies to create greater value for society.
Business Development Manager
Kelvin Su
Kelvin has been residing in New Zealand since 2000 and completed his Business and Marketing degree in 2004.
Over 20 years of experience in Business Development, Product Management and Solution Implementation, specialised in Marketing, ICT and IoT solutions.
Proficient in executing innovative marketing, prospecting, and merchandising approaches to meet business objectives effectively.
Bilingual, fluent in both Cantonese and Mandarin, accomplished and experienced with the diverse nature of the industry, he possesses an appreciation and ability to relate to people from all walks of life.
Supply Chain Manager
Cecilia BO
Master's degree from Shandong University, a top-tier university in China, with 8 years of medical education, possessing a rich medical background.
Experienced in trade between China and New Zealand for many years, with extensive expertise in supply chain management. Provided substantial product support for New Zealand's protective efforts during the pandemic.
Proficient in product management and financial management, skilled in efficiently managing and controlling costs.
Executive Assistant to CEO
Pamela DENG
A dedicated professional with a strong track record in supporting executive-level leadership for over four years.
A graduate of Hong Kong Baptist University, providing her with a solid foundation for her professional career.
With over seven years of experience in administration and marketing within the education and training industry in Hong Kong, Pamela brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role.
Pamela possesses solid communication and administrative skills, enabling her to handle tasks efficiently and effectively.
She has a deep understanding of the markets in China and overseas, allowing her to contribute to strategic initiatives and business development.