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Framework Doors
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: Nick Kelly Business: Framework Doors Founded: 2024 HQ: Auckland Can you tell us a bit about your business? Framework is a steel door and window company, specialising in design-led security solutions. […]
Slow burn innovation: How Under the Hood BBQ turned smoke into gold
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. […]
Orderlink
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 […]
Export market approach bears fruit for Nelson-based kids snack business
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. […]
New Zealand businesses thriving on the global stage
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 […]
Osakana Jewellery
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 […]
Fit Rewards
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 […]
Interview: Max Burt, One Plus One Group
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!
Smart Access
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 […]
Teddy
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: Lance Metz and Gabi Metz Business: teddy Founded: 2021 HQ: Auckland Can you tell us a bit about your business? Here at Teddy, our mission is to provide high-quality mattresses to […]
PowerUp Business Ready Q&A – A catalyst for entrepreneurial success in Taranaki
The PowerUp Business Ready programme, an initiative from Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki has officially wrapped up for a second year, taking sixteen budding entrepreneurs through a comprehensive eight-week programme. Designed to support the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Taranaki, the programme equips early-stage entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge, and connections they need to validate their big […]
Stagworx Leather
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: Sarah Peters Business: Stagworx Leather Founded: 2022 HQ: Whanganui Can you tell us a bit about your business? From a deer farm in rural NZ, Stagworx Leather are shaking up the […]