Your Trusted Business Consultation Partner in New Zealand, Integrating Legal and Commercial Excellence
Tu Partners is a commercial business and legal advisory, that provides expertise through a seamless range of services to drive commercial success.
Commercial focused Culturally driven
At Tu Partners, we understand that the true measure of success comes from honouring partnership, while embracing modern innovation with delivery excellence.
Years Experience
Combined Clients Served
%
Success Rate
Cultural Integrity
In every solution
Our Services
Comprehensive business and legal advisory that can meet your commercial needs.
Business Development and Insights
Commercial Law
Business Strategy & Planning
Sales and Marketing
Change Management
LEAN
Policy and Research Development
Associated Companies
About Tu Partners
At Tu Partners, we were founded on a shared vision. Bringing together two firms with complementary expertise to deliver integrated, high-quality advisory and legal services.
Toko Kapea
Director
More About Toko
“As a commercial lawyer and Director, I’ve worked across banking, energy and governance roles, and I enjoy turning strategic complexity into clear, actionable plans.
I work with clients on transaction structuring, governance and delivery issues, practical work that protects value and helps projects succeed. I’m excited to bring legal rigour and delivery focus together with our partnership.”
Renata Hakiwai
Director
More about Renata
“I bring 13+ years of senior executive experience and a background as an investor and entrepreneur, focused on translating strategy into measurable outcomes. I’ve served on boards across Crown, commercial, post-settlement, not-for-profit and start-up organisations, and I’m committed to practical governance that delivers lasting community and commercial value.”
Guy Royal
Director
More about Guy
“After a legal career advising public and private organisations across Aotearoa and the Asia–Pacific, I now focus on supporting commercial development and indigenous partnerships across the region.
My work spans commercial transactions, governance and organisational excellence. I’m passionate about practical outcomes that accelerate economic opportunity. I’m looking forward to bringing that experience to clients and partners.”
Our Story
The Merger
Tu Partners was formed through the strategic merger of Business Consulting Advisory – HTK Group and Legal Advisory – Tuia Group. Two respected firms that shared a common vision: to bridge the gap between cultural values and modern commercial practice. This union created a unique consultancy capable of delivering both authenticity and commercial excellence.
Our Purpose
We exist to demonstrate that cultural integrity and commercial success are not competing forces, but complementary strengths. Through our work, we help organizations build authentic relationships, create sustainable value, and contribute to a more inclusive and respectful business environment.
Purpose Driven
Commercial excellence
2025
Founded
Why Us
Our unique approach combines fundamental differentiators that create exceptional value for our clients. We don’t just provide services, we forge values-led partnerships that deliver excellence at every level.
Cultural Capability
Legal & Commercial
Investment focused
Scalable solutions
Rigorous due diligence
Sustainable growth strategy
Sector experience
Government
Iwi
Private Sector
Specialists
Indigenous Development
Community Impact