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Treat NZ
In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and innovators working on our next generation of new business startups, social enterprises and small businesses. At a glance Founder: Fleur Wolstenholme Business: Treat NZ Founded: 2021 HQ: Waikato Can you tell us a bit about your business? Treat NZ is βNZs coolest foodie clubβ a platform that helps […]
How much bandwidth does your business need?
In todayβs digital world, a strong internet connection is the lifeblood of most businesses. With modern technology and digital ways of working available (and constantly evolving), it brings into sharp focus the question – is your internet bandwidth up to the job? Whether you have a cafe that offers free wifi for customers or have […]
OtherNature
In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and innovators working on our next generation of new business startups, social enterprises and small businesses. At a glance Founders: Hope Williams & Matt Leadbeater Business: OtherNature Founded: 2021 HQ: Canterbury Can you tell us a bit about your business? Inspired by the wonders of fungi, OtherNature is a […]
Interview: Nick Lissette, Blackpearl Group
Richard Liew talks with Nick Lissette, the Wellington based founder and CEO of data technology company Blackpearl Group, following the company’s recent $2.2M private placement equity raise. Nick reflects on the process of building his first startups with plenty of founder insights about the process of taking Blackpearl public in December 2022, and the mechanics […]
Picky
In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and innovators working on our next generation of new business startups, social enterprises and small businesses. At a glance Founders: Kimberley Torrie & Lauren Burton Business: Picky Founded: 2021 HQ: Auckland Can you tell us a bit about your business? Picky is New Zealandβs newest commercial image platform β […]
Latch
In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and innovators working on our next generation of new business startups, social enterprises and small businesses. At a glance Founder: Min-Kyu Jung Business: Latch Founded: 2021 HQ: Auckland Can you tell us a bit about your business? Contracts are the most important business technology in human history, but the […]
The evolving Taranaki food and beverage sector
Thereβs something of a reinvention going on among Taranaki food entrepreneurs. The regionβs strongest economy has traditionally been rooted in a strong agriculture sector, but today itβs being increasingly complemented and diversified by new businesses that are branching out and adding value to core produce. Regional Development Agency Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki says food […]
Pasifika Digital Showcase celebrates community magic on the big screen
Pacific Kids’ Learning is excited to announce their highly anticipated third annual showcase, “The Pasifika Digital Showcase,” taking place at Hoyts Cinemas in Sylvia Park today. The special event serves as the official launch of 35 specially curated animations, demonstrating the immense potential of the digital space and screen industry in preserving and promoting rich […]