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 …
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October 22, 2018 GreenHouse
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October 4, 2018 Start-up or startup? And what exactly is one anyway?!
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September 28, 2018 Startup incubator finalist in Westpac Waikato Business Awards
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How to market to the right audience using RFM
In today’s highly competitive market where customers are spoilt for choice, as an entrepreneur, marketer and /or business owner, it’s crucial you understand exactly who …
Start-up or startup? And what exactly is one anyway?!
If you’ve ever thought that “startup” was simply another name for a new small business, you’d be right. But, you’d also be wrong. Richard Liew explains. …
Crowdfunding and USX a path to NZX listings?
One of the key findings of the post-GFC Capital Markets Development Taskforce report was that NZ had an issue with originating new sharemarket listings. David …
Personalised plates cutting through in a digital world
Since their introduction to New Zealand in 1988, personalised vehicle license plates remain a popular way for business owners to advertise their business. The reasons …
Competitive pressure key to AI uptake in New Zealand
What will be the driving force behind AI uptake in New Zealand? According to a recently published report on the Artificial Intelligence landscape, competitive pressure …
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 …
Five key steps for selling your business
Getting your business ready for sale can be a stressful and time-consuming process. However, there are several simple steps owners can take to maximise the …
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 …
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Startup incubator finalist in Westpac Waikato Business Awards
The finalists for the 2018 Westpac Waikato Business Excellence Awards have been announced and Soda Inc., a Wintec company, has been named in the Not …
Momentum builds in Dunedin startup ecosystem
The Dunedin City Council’s Economic Development Committee has committed $150,000 to support the development of the Dunedin startup ecosystem during 2018/19. The decision reflects confidence …
Giving startups a head start
Accounting software company MYOB has kicked off a competition with a $100,000 winning package focused on giving one lucky start-up a head start for their …
Soda Inc. launches programme to support Hawke’s Bay entrepreneurs
Business Hawke’s Bay and Soda Inc. have formed a partnership to offer start-up support programmes in the Hawkes Bay region. Waikato-based Soda Inc. has worked …
Didymo, cannabis and te reo: Māori entrepreneurs redefine ‘business success’
New Zealand’s first business accelerator for Māori entrepreneurs has finished and its graduates have goals much wider than just making profits. The ventures range from medical …
Ten companies selected for Zino new Kiwis startup challenge
Ten companies have been selected to take part in the 2018 New Kiwis Challenge, a competition for New Zealand startups with immigrant entrepreneurs, and the potential …
$380,000 council funding to develop “a world class place to live and build an idea.”
The Queenstown Lakes District Council has approved landmark funding for local economic development. Funding of $220,000 was announced this afternoon for Startup Queenstown Lakes. The …
Vodafone xone names nine Kiwi innovators for 2018 accelerator programme
Vodafone has awarded nine Kiwi entrepreneurs entry to its start-up accelerator and innovation lab, Vodafone xone, to take New Zealand’s best start-up ideas global. The …
Search begins for most promising Dunedin startups
Dunedin has launched a competition to find the city’s most promising startup businesses. Entries are open for the Challenger Series, a competition where three new …
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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 …
Ākina
Who: The Ākina Foundation What: Social Innovation Hub HQ: Wellington Established: 2008 Introduction At Ākina, we believe that social entrepreneurs and social enterprise are key …
Powerhouse Ventures
Who: Powerhouse Ventures What: Startup Incubator HQ: Christchurch Established: 2006 INTRODUCTION Powerhouse Ventures champions outstanding science by commercialising innovative research and creating the next generation …
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How much will I take, to get what I want?
“How much will I take, to get what I want?” Anyone who has ventured into the world of entrepreneurship will eventually ask themselves this question. Over …
Free Ebook: The Rules of Attraction – An SME Introduction to Content Marketing
In today’s digital age, content is everything. That means if it’s not your content that your customers are consuming, it’s your competitors. To help NZ …
The danger of discounting
Price pressure is a common reality of doing business and setting prices can drive an entrepreneur crazy. Not to mention the consternation faced by owners …