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Thinking about starting your own business?
Starting a business can feel intimidating, but the good news is that you donβt need an MBA or years of experience. This guide from JumpStarter is for New Zealanders eager to embark on their entrepreneurial journey. From validating your idea to navigating legal requirements, hereβs a breakdown of essential steps to turning dreams into actions: […]
Mad Nomad
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: Bibi Maber Business: Mad Nomad Founded: Canterbury HQ: 2023 Can you tell us a bit about your business? For women who want to wear clothing that makes a statement and has […]
Smart Machine set to take autonomous agricultural robots from Marlborough to the world
A Marlborough-based startup that has built the worldβs most functionally capable autonomous tractor for the agricultural industry is about to go global after partnering with a US multinational corporation to scale and expand its international footprint. Smart Machine has designed autonomous multitasking robotic machines – called Oxin – to work in vineyards around the world. […]
Evolution Stables
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: Alex Baddeley Business: Evolution Stables Founded: 2022 HQ: Auckland Can you tell us a bit about your business? Evolution Stables is transforming thoroughbred racehorse ownership through Digital Syndication, a modern twist […]
MACSOβs artificial intelligence detects respiratory illness in swine
Technology developed by an Auckland-based artificial intelligence and sensor fusion company has shown impressive results in a recent pig farm trial conducted by a large third-party organisation. MACSO has conducted a number of independent studies in the US and Europe on more than 5,000 pigs and concluded that the solution can detect respiratory illness in […]
Griefity
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: Corinne Davies Business: Griefity Founded: 2023 HQ: Auckland Can you tell us a bit about your business? Griefity is a new organisation with a very specific mission: to make a difference […]
GEN NZ 2024 Awards Celebrate Entrepreneurial Excellence in New Zealand
The Global Entrepreneurship Network New Zealand (GEN NZ) celebrated the third annual GEN NZ Awards last week in Wellington. Designed to celebrate Aotearoa New Zealandβs diverse entrepreneurial ecosystem’s unsung heroes, the ceremony brought together leaders, innovators, founders and changemakers from across the country to recognize their exceptional contributions to Aotearoa New Zealandβs entrepreneurial ecosystem. This […]
Eight accounting tips every Kiwi startup needs to know
Launching a startup in New Zealand is exciting, but navigating the accounting side of things can be tricky. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! In this blog, we’ll break down everything you need to know, from choosing the best business structure to getting professional help. 1. Choose the best business structure for you Choosing the […]