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It’s a story of grit, clever thinking, innovative use of digital technology – and a whole lot of charcoal. A decade ago, Under the Hood BBQ was just an idea that sparked from a deep passion for “low and slow” barbecue cooking felt by husband-and-wife duo Dave and Michelle King, expressed through an Instagram page. […]

In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and change-makers working on innovative startups, social enterprises and SME’s around Aotearoa New Zealand. At a glance Founders: Nar Singh and Braedyn Mackay Business: Orderlink Founded: 2023 HQ: Auckland Can you tell us a bit about your business? At Orderlink we have developed a software platform that is designed […]

As a busy working mum, Bonnie Slade wanted quick pre-packaged snacks for her kids that weren’t loaded with rubbish. When she realised the options were limited, she decided to create her own. The result was NaturKidz – an award-winning line of freeze-dried snacks made from New Zealand fruit, which is also now a flourishing business. […]

Despite economic challenges, New Zealand businesses are demonstrating remarkable resilience and innovation, successfully competing on the global stage. A recent survey from New Zealand and Australian payments provider Pin Payments revealed that 65 percent of NZ businesses are concerned about the economy, while 75 percent say their business has been negatively impacted by inflation. These […]

In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and change-makers working on innovative startups, social enterprises and SME’s around Aotearoa New Zealand. At a glance Founder: Sarina Iwabuchi Business: Osakana Jewellery Founded: 2020 HQ: Auckland Can you tell us a bit about your business? At Osakana Jewellery, we’re on a mission to put the brakes on fast […]

In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and change-makers working on innovative startups, social enterprises and SME’s around Aotearoa New Zealand. At a glance Founders: Scotty Diamond and Benji Pritchard Business: Fit Rewards Founded: 2023 HQ: Wellington Can you tell us a bit about your business? At Fit Rewards, we are building a smartphone application that […]

Watch/Listen to the Interview: Here Richard Liew talks with Max Burt, General Manager at Auckland based public relations consultancy firm OnePlusOne Group. In the interview Max shares key PR tips and insights for business owners, drawing on OnePlusOne Groups ten years in practice. Supporter Spotlight: Offers and services from NZ Entrepreneur supporters!

In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and change-makers working on innovative startups, social enterprises and SME’s around Aotearoa New Zealand. At a glance Founder: Tim Young Business: Smart Access Founded: May 2020 HQ: Waikato Can you tell us a bit about your business? Smart Access app allows disabled people, young families, and older people to […]