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Moananui, a pioneering cluster in the blue economy sector, has officially launched in Nelson, with a vision to maximise New Zealand’s marine industry through innovative collaboration. Chief Executive Jodie Kuntzsch says Moananui’s aim is to harness the collective strength of its partners to fast-track economic growth in marine activities, foster connections among stakeholders, positively contribute […]

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: Roscoe Price Moor Business: Roady Founded: 2020 HQ: Wellington Can you tell us a bit about your business? Roady is New Zealand’s leading travel content and media platform and the place […]

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: Sarah Hedger & Michael Cowlin Business: Yum Granola Founded: 2014 HQ: Nelson Can you tell us a bit about your business? Yum is so much more than epic tasting breakfasts – […]

Watch now: (13 Mins) In this edition of Knowledge Base, Richard Liew talks with Robert Rolls, CEO and founder of business setup and scaleup app, Afirmo. If you’re new to business tune into this illuminating conversation about the business setup process in New Zealand. From choosing between operating as a sole trader, partnership or company; […]

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: Claire Bodle, Natalie Fennell and Diana Collie Business: On Your Terms Founded: 2022 HQ: Auckland Can you tell us a bit about your business? On Your Terms is an online legal […]

Business: SymbionIQ Founder: Jean-Philippe Diel HQ: Auckland What products, services, solutions or technology have you developed?  Our product empowers health and fitness professionals with advanced tools like motion capture and a 3D mixed reality app that serves as a lesson builder and delivery platform and runs on your phone. 3D is a much better way […]

Biotechnology scientist and avid conservationist Dr. Keith Hudson has founded an environmental startup with a goal of being a major player and disruptor of the conventional textiles industry. His Auckland-based startup, Sapro-Tech, grows and harvests fungi and uses it to make leather. Sapro-Tech weaves the fungi’s food harvesting fibres – cellular tissue called mycelium – […]

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: Jack Johnson and Anastasiya Duyko Business: Little Gem Seeds NZ Founded: 2020 HQ: Manawatu Can you tell us a bit about your business? Little Gem Seeds NZ is your gateway to […]