So says Francesco Botto Poala, chief operating officer of long-standing Italian textile company Reda. For many years, the company had been explaining to its staff about its relationship with New Zealand, Mr Botto Poala said. When Mr Brown first came to see him, he brought fabrics that were not technically suitable for shoes, Mr Botto Poala. It was now one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States, Mr Botto Poala said. He was optimistic about the future of the business, Mr Botto Poala.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 11, 2018 16:07 UTC