John Stevenson

Founder/Director of Zero Procure - making procurement simple at ZERO cost!

I co-founded Zero Procure back in 2020 because I knew procurement could be done differently.

I’d already been working in the hospitality industry for…well my whole life. But I’d previously run a cleaning business for 11 years before I sold it in 2017.

And there’s something I noticed about procurement:

- You either did it yourself…taking time away from your core job
- You could hire someone to do it…but they only have so much buying power
- You could hire a procurement company…that will charge you a percentage of your savings
- Or you could go with option 4…paying just the supplier for your goods, but also getting the best prices

Here’s our cue to come in.

Zero Procure works the exact same as any other procurement company…but you, the customer, don’t pay a thing!

Honestly, it’s as simple as that (we get our cuts from the supplier, not you).

Sound intriguing?

Feel free to send me a message and let’s have a chat about how we can help your business!

Founder / Director

We are Zero. We're changing the way you'll procure. Forever. Born during the Pandemic, inspired to support, most definitely - here to stay.

Zero Procure makes procurement effortless, efficient and above all saves you money. We differ from more traditional procurement companies, as you, our customers pay Zero. Zero Cost, Zero Risk, Zero Contract.

Adding great value through our expertise and our vast network of suppliers, Zero Procure also provides a high yielding and low-cost sales tool for suppliers.

On a mission to make procurement Free & Simple for Hospitality Brands

Happy New Year to all my connections! 🎉

Wishing everyone a successful and prosperous 2026.

That said, this article, published on just the second official working day of the year was not an encouraging read for the pub industry and hospitality as a whole. It’s concerning when the government openly admits that “pubs will struggle with business rates.”

If you’re looking to take control in a challenging landscape, there are ways to protect margins and improve buying power:

✔️ Streamline visibility across your category spend
✔️ Secure better rates with existing and new suppliers
✔️ Access rebates and brand partnerships through our network
✔️ Pay zero for all of the above

If this sounds relevant, feel free to book some time with me:

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Open article: Prime Minister admits pubs will struggle with business rates by thecaterer.com

Prime Minister admits pubs will struggle with business rates

I transform expertise and experience into published books that matter.

PhD ghostwriter specializing in business books, professional memoirs, and corporate histories. $90K-$185K investment. 12-month process. Working with leaders globally.

WHO I WRITE FOR:

- Executives ready to share leadership lessons
- Founders documenting their journey
- Industry pioneers with stories worth preserving  
- Athletes and adventurers entering business
- Companies celebrating milestone anniversaries

WHAT I WRITE:

📚 BUSINESS BOOKS - Transform expertise into thought leadership
📖 PROFESSIONAL MEMOIRS - Share your journey and wisdom
📜 CORPORATE HISTORIES - Chronicle company legacy and mark an anniversary
✍️ LINKEDIN CONTENT - Maintain executive presence

THE PROCESS:

30-40 hours of interviews capture your voice
60,000-70,000 words telling your story
Your name on the cover, full copyright ownership
12 months from first interview to finished manuscript

Investment: $90,000-$185,000 for complete ghostwritten book
LinkedIn ghostwriting: $2,000/month

📧 Message me to discuss your book
🌐 Process details: laughingpenguin.co.nz

Based in New Zealand, working with clients globally.

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