Isolation or Paradise? New Zealand is famous for its stunning landscapes and has a reputation for a very high quality of life. However, for those considering a move, their residency through investment program is one of the most expensive–almost three million (US) dollars. So, when it comes down to it, what does one get for that price? Is everything that expensive? Does the remoteness get lonely for new immigrants, or is it a sanctuary from the chaos around the world? Still connected, but at a safe distance!
Mona and Rebecca are out to find the truth! Native New Zealander Mischa Mannix joins to discuss the pros and cons of the Kiwi lifestyle.
“The safe haven idea of New Zealand being so far away from the world, but still connected. Still well-informed on global issues and what’s going around and going on in the world. But really see the distance that we have, being so far away from the global volatility, as a real attraction.” – Mischa Mannix
Mischa Mannix
Mischa Mannix-Opie has held senior leadership roles in international market development, sales, marketing, and communications across New Zealand and offshore. She spent eight years with Tourism New Zealand, including as Marketing Manager for North America and as Regional Manager South and South-East Asia, leading B2B and B2C marketing, partnerships, and aviation route development. She then became Head of South and South-East Asia for national carrier Air New Zealand in Singapore, responsible for developing market strategy and launching new services.
Before joining Greener Pastures New Zealand, Mischa was Executive Director of New Zealand G2G, a joint venture between New Zealand Trade & Enterprise and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, leading global teams delivering New Zealand public sector expertise to international governments.
She is now Director of Client Experience at Greener Pastures New Zealand, an investment management and lifestyle advisory firm supporting high-net-worth investors through the Active Investor Plus visa.
Mischa works from her home office in Greytown when she isn’t travelling offshore, which allows her to be closer to her most important roles — mum to Lucia (10) and Francesca (8), and wife to Dixon.
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