Techweek19 launch shines light on Northland innovators
From the launch of a new web platform to connect companies in the region, to details about how Te Tai Tokerau Northland’s entrepreneurs can meet …
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March 19, 2019 Auckland entrepreneur takes on travel giants
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What Government funding is available for startups in NZ?
One of the questions we’re often asked is, “What Government funding is available for startups in New Zealand?” Like so many questions in life, the …
If you’re not making video content, you’re not on the radar
Video content is an important and integral component of business today. But why? What makes video content so powerful? And how do you do it …
How the Internet of Things is impacting New Zealand businesses
Most forward-thinking organisations will understand the importance of big data, and perhaps on a lesser scale – artificial intelligence. But there’s no doubt that the …
A ten point checklist for entrepreneurial success
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Supporter Channel: Firefly
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Have you done your annual entrepreneurial health check?
Christmas is long gone and the short weeks caused by public holidays are behind us until April. Before you plan the rest of your year, …
Three self limiting beliefs holding back your inner entrepreneur
Ever dreamed about starting a business but not taken action on it? Maybe you had an idea to fill a gap years ago, and it …
Go global or grow local? The Kiwi startup quandary
Growing your company from the bottom of the world can be both challenging and rewarding. A new study considers whether it is better to “go …
Work from home? How to maximise your daily productivity
Working from home can be great – no commuting, better flexibility, working in your PJs (sometimes) and potential cost savings. But it’s not all easy. …
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Auckland entrepreneur takes on travel giants
Auckland entrepreneur Hiten Parbhu is aiming to take the pain out of booking flights and hotels for multiple travellers, and has launched an online app …
Could low interest rates mean more funds for businesses?
Recently, the HSBC introduced a two-year fixed rate mortgage special at 3.69% – one of the lowest that they have offered in the New Zealand …
Cleaner experience for residential and commercial property sellers
An Auckland based cleaning service, Service King, is looking to shake up the cleaning industry, by making life easier for sellers in the residential and …
Kaeo oyster farmer’s innovation to help mould future of industry
When Shaun Gregory’s wife suffered repetitive strain injury from opening almost 4,800 oysters a day at her job, he knew the industry needed innovation. Now, …
MYOB Woman Entrepreneur of the Year award finalists announced
Four of the country’s top female entrepreneurs will go head-to-head for the opportunity to represent New Zealand on the world stage as the 2019 MYOB …
Fintech startup announces “industry-first” AR app for investors
Independent equity research firm Shareclarity today announced the launch of its industry-first augmented reality and voice recognition research app. It will enable users to access …
SME business owners face mental health “crisis”
The pressures of running a small to medium sized business are having an impact on the mental health and overall wellbeing of business owners, says …
Free samples win Kiwi beverage startup Vista big investment
A tried and true marketing tactic has enabled Auckland-based sparkling water startup Vista to secure a significant investment from luxury property developer and investor Kurt …
Kiwi businesses not ready for next gen technology, despite evidence
Kiwi business owners are struggling to keep up with the pace of technological change – even as their businesses are disrupted by it – according …
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Techweek19 launch shines light on Northland innovators
From the launch of a new web platform to connect companies in the region, to details about how Te Tai Tokerau Northland’s entrepreneurs can meet …
Blockchain accelerator to give startups business edge
Blockchain venture studio Centrality, hopes New Zealand’s first blockchain accelerator programme will be a launchpad to global opportunities for Kiwi startups. Blockchain is often misunderstood …
Business bootcamp contest to boost Northland entrepreneurs
The deadline is looming for Northlanders to enter The Pick:19 business accelerator competition, aiming to strengthen entrepreneurial talent in Northland through a free, 12-week programme …
Opinion: Let’s put humanity back into startup culture
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GridAKL
Who: GridAKL What: Innovation Hub, Coworking Space, Events, Mentoring HQ: Auckland INTRODUCTION GridAKL is at the heart of the innovation precinct in Wynyard Quarter operating …
Trustees to boost Queenstown Lakes District startup ecosystem
Startup Queenstown Lakes Trust has announced the appointment of a Board of Trustees to lead the startup ecosystem and community in the broader Queenstown Lakes …
Te Haa o Manukau cowork and makerspace for South Auckland entrepreneurs
South Auckland’s natural talent for creation and innovation is being given a boost with the opening of Te Haa o Manukau, a new coworking and …
The Orchard
Who: The Orchard What: Innovation Hub, Coworking Space, Events HQ: Whangarei INTRODUCTION The Orchard is a collaborative business and event space for the growing community …
Startup Dunedin Challenger Series wraps up successful pilot year
As the inaugural Startup Dunedin Challenger Series looks to wrap up for 2018, three finalists celebrated their progress at a final pitch night in Dunedin …
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Startup Watch: Joblist
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ecentre Startup Watch: SMEtric Insights
Founder/s: Warwick Russell & Hayden Russell HQ: Auckland What problems do you solve and what products or services do you sell? Smetric Insights provides business …
ecentre Startup Watch: Dataphyll
Founder/s: Patrick Malley, Christoph Kistler, Kerrin Roberts HQ: Whangarei & Auckland What problems do you solve and what products or services do you sell? Dataphyll …
Startup Watch: Tankful
Founder/s: Libby Evans & Toby Evans HQ: Mangawhai What problems do you solve and what products or services do you sell? We’re a tech company …
Startup Watch: AllGoods
Founder/s: Nathan Taylor, Levi Fawcett, Bradley Meredith, Mark Song HQ: Christchurch What problems do you solve and what products or services do you sell? AllGoods …
Interview: Milot Zeqiri – ArchiPro
Milot Zeqiri is no stranger to adversity. Arriving in New Zealand in 1999 as a refugee from war-torn Kosovo, the entrepreneur in training realised that …
Startup Watch: Rent My Gear
Founder/s: Brian Mead, Andrew Woods HQ: Auckland, NZ What problems do you solve and what products or services do you sell? Rent My Gear is …
StartUp Watch: Hnry
Founder/s: James Fuller, Claire Fuller, Richard Freestone HQ: Wellington, NZ What problems do you solve and what products or services do you sell? Hnry is …
StartUp Watch: Gaspy
Founders: Larry Green, Tim Turner, Ben Smith, Mike Newton HQ: Tauranga, NZ Tell us about your business. We are committed to helping Kiwis find the cheapest fuel prices …
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GridAKL
Who: GridAKL What: Innovation Hub, Coworking Space, Events, Mentoring HQ: Auckland INTRODUCTION GridAKL is at the heart of the innovation precinct in Wynyard Quarter operating …
The Orchard
Who: The Orchard What: Innovation Hub, Coworking Space, Events HQ: Whangarei INTRODUCTION The Orchard is a collaborative business and event space for the growing community …
GreenHouse
Who: GreenHouse What: Innovation Hub HQ: Christchurch Established: 2015 INTRODUCTION GreenHouse is home to a diverse group of dedicated individuals, early stage start-ups, and growing …
Bounce
Who: Bounce What: Groups & Networks HQ: New Plymouth Established: 2017 INTRODUCTION Bounce is a monthly breakfast meetup for entrepreneurs in New Plymouth, Taranaki. More …
Crowdsphere
Who: Crowdsphere What: Crowd Equity Funding HQ: Wellington Established: 2014 INTRODUCTION We started Crowdsphere to give entrepreneurs the opportunity to take control of raising funding …
Northland Inc
Who: Northland Inc What: Economic Development Agency; Startup Incubation; Mentoring; Events; Coworking HQ: Whangarei INTRODUCTION Northland Inc is the Northland’s economic development agency, and incorporates …
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The danger of discounting
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