Parkland Once Again Receives a TORO Partners in Excellence Distributor Award
A proud moment for Parkland and New Zealand’s turf industry
Parkland is proud to announce that we have once again received The Toro Company’s Partners in Excellence Award, a recognition that celebrates our ongoing commitment to exceptional customer service, sales performance, after-sales support, and marketing excellence across both machinery and irrigation. This year, Parkland Products was one of two distributors in the APAC region to receive this award, making it both competitive and prestigious.This prestigious award places Parkland among the top-performing Toro distributors globally. It is an honour we are immensely proud to bring home to New Zealand. Additionally, it comes at the same time as our exclusive distribution partnership with Toro of their machinery and irrigation reaches 37 years!
The Partners in Excellence (PIE) Award, established in 1984, is Toro’s highest recognition for distributor achievement. It is presented to organisations that demonstrate outstanding performance across multiple pillars: market leadership, financial health, customer satisfaction, operational strength, and brand alignment.
Chris todd, managing director of parkland products
“Winning the Partners in Excellence Award is not just a milestone—it’s a testament to our team’s dedication to excellence at every level,” said Chris Todd, Managing Director of Parkland Products. “From our sales and service professionals to our marketing team and support staff, this award is a recognition of their hard work, expertise, and unwavering commitment to our customers.”
Excellence Rooted in Partnership
Parkland has proudly represented Toro in New Zealand for over [insert number of years] years. As the exclusive distributor of Toro turf equipment, we are committed to delivering industry-leading products and support to golf courses, contractors, councils, and landscapers nationwide. This award underscores the strength of our long-standing relationship with Toro and our shared vision of innovation, reliability, and customer-centric service.“To be recognised by Toro, an international leader in turf management solutions, is both humbling and inspiring. It reflects not only our operational success but the trust our customers place in us every day.”
Celebrating a Collective Achievement
The PIE Award is presented annually to a select group of Toro’s approximately 150 distributors across more than 90 countries. Recipients receive the distinctive bronze bull sculpture, crafted by artist Wally Shoop, symbolising the strength and enduring spirit of Toro’s partnerships.“We extend our thanks to our loyal customers, partners, and the incredible team at Toro,” said Richard Todd, General Manager of Parkland Products. “This achievement is one we proudly share with everyone who’s been part of the Parkland journey.”
