It was a standout moment for Kora Fuel Cards, taking out the People’s Choice Award at the 2degrees Auckland Business Awards earlier this month. Straight after the win, Kora CEO Liza Cox-Hancy sat down with Simon Bridges, CEO of the Auckland Business Chamber for a conversation that’s well worth a watch.
What comes through in the interview isn’t just the excitement of the moment, but the meaning behind it. This is an award voted for by Kora’s members, which means it reflects real people choosing Kora as a business for the people.
The timing of the win is also significant. With fuel prices continuing to fluctuate, Kiwis are paying closer attention to everyday costs and looking for practical ways to manage them.
While the People’s Choice win is a great milestone for the team, it also points to something broader. Consumers are becoming more intentional about how they spend, looking for tools and services that offer clear, ongoing value rather than short-term gains.
Kora has positioned itself strongly in that space by focusing on one thing and doing it consistently. It’s a result the team is delighted with, but more importantly, it reinforces the role Kora can play in helping New Zealanders access fuel discounts when it matters most.
