Gaius joined the family business in 2012 and now leads Forté’s Sales team, working closely with architects, builders, and homeowners to help bring their projects to life. Passionate about making it easier for people to create beautiful, low-maintenance spaces, he combines deep product knowledge with a practical, solutions-focused approach.

Alongside the team, Gaius is involved in product selection and development, drawing on his extensive understanding of timber flooring to balance design appeal with long-term performance.

Outside of work, he enjoys time with his wife and two kids, staying active in the gym, mentoring, and sharing ideas with other business leaders.

Felix has grown through almost every part of Forté – from the warehouse floor to customer care, showroom sales, trade, and commercial specification. This hands-on experience has given him a deep understanding of the customer journey and what it takes to deliver exceptional results at every stage. 

In his current role, Felix leads Forté’s Specification Team and works closely with developers, architects and designers on major projects across New Zealand. He’s passionate about building strong relationships, sharing knowledge, and supporting the team to continually raise the bar. 

Outside of work, Felix enjoys being outdoors and keeping active – whether that’s fishing, surfing, running, hiking, golf, or lifting weights. He’s also a keen cook and an avid sports follower. 

Katrina has over a decade of experience in high-end specification. She spent eight years at Atelier specialising in luxury furnishings before joining Forté, where she supports architects and designers in bringing their visions to life with the right technical solutions and carefully selected products.

Raised in Latvia and a graduate of Sydney Design School, Katrina has a deep appreciation for natural materials and refined detail. Outside of work, she enjoys staying active and exploring nature with her two children.

Jamie holds 18 years of experience in sales and account management. Drawing on his extensive background, he manages commercial trade accounts ranging from installers to large-scale construction companies and developers, while leading Forté’s team of trade account managers.

Outside of work, Jamie enjoys gardening, staying active, and raising his son, who he considers his greatest achievement.

Johnny joined Forté  with over 10 years of hands-on experience in both commercial and residential building projects. He works closely with a diverse range of trade customers – from installers to design & build crews and builders – providing tailored support, expert product advice and technical guidance. 

Outside of work, Johnny is a father of three teenagers, a keen DIYer, and enjoys home improvement projects and building things from scratch. He’s also an avid NBA fan and loves watching basketball games. 

The first point of contact at our Auckland Experience Centre, Courtney helps clients bring their design visions to life through personalised consultations and expert product advice. She focuses on building strong relationships and ensuring every project is as seamless as it is inspiring.

Courtney came to Forté having previously worked as a shop manager and colour specialist in the paint industry, giving her extensive knowledge of coatings and colour technologies. Courtney also holds a Diploma in Interior Design from the Interior Design Institute.

Outside the showroom, she loves staying active at the gym, trying out new restaurants, and spending time with friends.