Kylie Laker
Job title: Director and retail sales.
Company: ReelChixFish and Top Catch Tauranga.
What does your job involve?
There's quite a few different aspects to what I do but I'm thrilled to be able to work my passion for fishing and being on the water into both of my jobs. I started ReelChixFish four years ago. It's all about inspiring ladies to enter the fishing world, and providing support for the ladies who are already passionate about fishing. I design and manufacture the ReelChixFish range of women's fishing apparel which gives the ladies something "nice" yet practical to wear out on the water; provide information about fishing; and also guide ladies' fishing charters to top fishing destinations around the country. Working at Top Catch Tauranga lets me talk about fishing all day and keep up to date with what else is happening in the industry and on the water. There's always something new to learn when it comes to fishing, whether a new technique I can apply when I'm out on the water, right up to rod repairs for customers that come into the store.
What's the most challenging aspect of your role?
I'm a single mum, so trying to juggle my business, working in the shop, looking after the house and the demands of a 4-year-old boy while trying to get out on the water as much as possible can get pretty chaotic.