Ep. 112 - Ash Parmar - ACT Candidate - Who Is He & What Does He Stand For - New Zealand General Elections 2023

Prepare for an insightful and impactful episode as The Wolf Of Queen Street Podcast welcomes a true advocate for change and a voice of the small business community, Ash Parmar. Join host Lawrence Lotze as he sits down with Ash to discuss his remarkable journey from the streets of New Delhi, India, to the bustling small business landscape of New Zealand's Waikato region. Born and raised in New Delhi, Ash Parmar's story is one of resilience, determination, and a deep commitment to his family's legacy. For nearly two decades, he has been at the helm of their liquor retail businesses, navigating the changing tides of the industry while witnessing the unfortunate rise in crime, including the unsettling trend of ram raids. His passion for premium spirits, particularly whisky, has driven him to create an e-commerce venture, Eight PM, and to host whisky tastings across New Zealand and beyond. However, Ash's story extends beyond business; it touches the very fabric of society. With a heart dedicated to his community, Ash's unwavering commitment to addressing law and order issues, mental health challenges, and the struggles faced by small business owners has led him to take a significant step. In a bold move, Ash has embraced a new role as a candidate for ACT New Zealand in the 2023 General Election, with a vision to bring about real change for his city, his country, and its people. In this episode, we cover an array of thought-provoking topics: 1. Exploring Ash's journey: From India to New Zealand, and from family businesses to e-commerce. 2. Navigating the changing retail landscape: The impact of crime and ram raids on small businesses and the community. 3. Mental health matters: The toll of adversity on the retail industry and society at large. 4. Ash as a candidate: The hows and whys behind his journey to becoming an ACT Party candidate. 5. Vision for change: Ash's aspirations for his community, focusing on law and order, mental health, and championing the voices of hard-working small business owners. Thank you to the show sponsor Kenyon Clarke and Duval Group: https://duval.co.nz/