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Eight accounting tips every Kiwi startup needs to know

NZ Entrepreneur

They can provide the crucial funding needed to overcome those initial hurdles, whether it’s developing a prototype, securing essential equipment, or launching a marketing campaign. Callaghan Innovation has a number of grants for Kiwi startup businesses. Don’t be shy about seeking out these opportunities.

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Te W’anake The Foundry Marks Two Years of Supporting South Taranaki Entrepreneurs

NZ Entrepreneur

The name Te Wanake fittingly translates to move forward, grow and develop. Scott Willson, STDCs Business Development Manager, says the impact has been even greater than expected. Dr. Rosanne Ellis, Director of Innovation and Impact at the University of Waikato, attended a startup weekend at the facility and was impressed by the energy.

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Ultimate Event for Entrepreneurs Comes to New Zealand: INSPIRE & SUCCEED

NZ Entrepreneur

Taking place in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington, the premiere event will present pioneers in business, innovation and leadership, including innovative founders Brianne West , Nadia Lim , Sam Stubbs , Iyia Liu , special guest Dan Carter and more. Sam Stubbs, Managing Director of Simplicity.

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Puawai

NZ Entrepreneur

In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and change-makers working on innovative startups, social enterprises and SME’s around Aotearoa New Zealand. Since then, we’ve developed a beta version of the platform and already have paying customers on board, a solid sign we’re solving a real problem.

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Interview: James Burnes, Ministry of Awesome

NZ Entrepreneur

James Burnes: Ministry of Awesome is a startup ecosystem organisation that is on a mission to drive New Zealand’s economic growth through founder-led innovation. Over time, the co-working space developed and there was a natural progression towards a lot of individuals starting new ventures coming out of that space. .”

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The unusual story of an unusual company – Melanie Langlotz and Geo AR Games 

NZ Entrepreneur

With its unique work culture, shaped around the idea that difference is a superpower that can drive innovation – Mel is living proof that passion for an idea and understanding the ‘Why?’ I had no clue about coding, no clue about games – I didn’t even know developers, let alone gamers, but I knew that this is what I wanted to do.”

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Supporter Profile: BlueRock

NZ Entrepreneur

BlueRock NZ helps entrepreneurial kiwi businesses fund their growth and innovation projects. Entrepreneurs can cut the cost of innovation – and boost business cashflow – with government funding for research and development, but navigating the rulebooks can be challenging. R&D funding doesn’t have to be a headache.

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