Whāriki

M9 is kicking off it’s 2025 season with a powerful kōrero on the Māori Economy on 10th April – how it’s grown, where it’s headed & what it means for us all. Nine kaikōrero will take the stage, including Hon Nanaia Mahuta, Mavis Mullins MNZM, Traci Houpapa MNZM, and more. Sharing insights on Māori innovation, economic sovereignty, and the pathway ahead. Pakihi Māori in the Whāriki network? We’ve sent you an email with a special discount code on tickets! Tickets on sale now at Ticketmaster https://lnkd.in/g6ecpQQf

Ko te kai a te Rangatira he kōrero. The food of chiefs is dialogue. E te whānau pakihi Māori, your whakaaro, kōrero, and connections are the heartbeat of our success. Jump into Te Hapori o Whāriki — our private, culturally safe online space where you can network, share, and grow alongside like-minded Māori professionals and pakihi Māori. From anywhere, at any time. Join the kōrero today! https://lnkd.in/gAerskea #Whāriki #TeHaporiOWhāriki #PakihiMāori #Kōrero #MāoriBusiness

"Be a koha, not a hōhā" - a Māori entrepreneur's journey to kai and community. In the ever-evolving world of pakihi Māori, success often comes not from a meticulously laid plan but from answering the karanga of opportunity. Nikita Hook is a passionate māmā who turned her own health journey into a thriving pakihi. https://lnkd.in/gP-XyKts

Our March Pānui is here, packed with insights, inspiration, and practical tools for pakihi Māori and Māori professionals! 🔹 Boost with Meta – Key highlights to level up your digital game 🔹 Te Ōhanga Māori Report – Dive into the latest Māori economy insights 🔹 AI for Pakihi – Practical tips to integrate AI into your mahi 🔹 Māori Entrepreneur Stories – Be inspired by the journeys of our whānau in business Stay informed, stay inspired, and keep growing! https://lnkd.in/gaiYv4d8

The digital world is evolving fast, and AI is proving to be a game-changer for business. To help our whānau stay ahead, Whāriki Māori Business Network recently hosted the AI in Action: ChatGPT & Google Suite webinar, led by Shae Parsons (Ngāti Porou), AI Experience Lead at Callaghan Innovation. We've compiled the key insights for you to read. https://lnkd.in/gTrE8xRe

Whānau, Boost with Meta was 🔥   We brought together 120 pakihi Māori & Māori professionals for a day packed with insights, digital upskilling and whakawhanaungatanga. From levelling up on Facebook & Instagram, to diving into AI and industry trends, it was epic to see our Whāriki whānau embracing new tools to take their mahi to the next level.   BIG mihi to our partner Meta for supporting this kaupapa, and to our Whāriki whānau for showing up, engaging & bringing your whakaaro! Check out the event highlights at and tag yourself or your pakihi in the comments. https://lnkd.in/gDB2CXNr

The latest Te Ōhanga Māori report confirms what we’ve long known – Māori excellence cannot & will not be stopped! The Māori asset base has climbed from $69B to $126B between 2018 & 2023, despite increasingly tough economic & political challenges. Pakihi Māori remain resilient, expanding beyond primary industries & proving that kaupapa-driven businesses are here to stay. From high-end brands like Noa Blanket Co & Curio Noir, to 'Māori Proud' brands like Awhi Company, Tuhi Stationery & Rerehua Boutique who are infusing our culture into their business. The market response speaks volumes - Māori excellence is in demand. We love seeing our creativity & mātauranga driving the proliferation of kaupapa-driven brands, talented professionals & our hard-working trade & construction crews. Pakihi Maori are doing the mahi! He kai kei aku ringa! Tāmaki Makaurau is home to the largest concentration of pakihi Māori - 23% of all Māori businesses. Tāmaki Makaurau e ngunguru nei! Māori SMEs remain the backbone of the Māori Economy. They're driving employment, putting kai on the table, strengthening whānau & our communities. Māori business is built on whanaungatanga, kotahitanga & a vision for building intergenerational success. The seeds we plant today ensure the future we all want to see. Read more in the full report and join the kōrero! https://lnkd.in/gCjeCPkQ

On International Women’s Day, we acknowledge and celebrate the incredible wāhine Māori entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of Aotearoa. With 3,168 wāhine Māori sole traders and 9,132 wāhine Māori owned or part-owned pakihi, their impact is undeniable - injecting over $12.5 billion into the Māori economy!  From the creative industries to tech, primary sectors, and social enterprises, wāhine-led businesses are doing more than generating profits—they’re uplifting whānau, preserving our reo and tikanga, and creating opportunities for future generations.  To all our wāhine Māori in business - we see you, we celebrate you, and we support you. Your leadership, resilience, and vision are paving the way for a stronger, more inclusive future. #IWD2025 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gu3EpfAD

In a world filled with mass-produced plastic toys, Mahana Play Things stands out as a brand with a deeper purpose. Founded by Casey Maera, Mahana creates handcrafted, sustainable play resources that inspire learning and connection. - Sustainability First – Ethically sourced materials, repurposed timber, and eco-friendly design. - Te Reo Māori Integration – Making te Reo and te ao Māori part of everyday play. - Inspired by Aotearoa – Beautifully designed resources that bring warmth and meaning to play spaces. Casey’s journey from educator to entrepreneur shows her passion for tamariki, creativity, and the power of purposeful play. https://lnkd.in/gG4A9mz5

AI in Action: Free Webinar. Join us for AI in Action, a one-hour webinar in partnership with Callaghan Innovation, designed to help you unlock the potential of AI for your business. When: 12pm - 1pm, Tuesday 11 March 2025 Where: Online Webinar – Te Hapori o Whāriki Cost: Free What you'll learn: Practical ways to use ChatGPT and Google Suite to boost productivity How AI can streamline workflows and improve efficiency. Real-world examples of businesses using AI for a competitive advantage Actionable tips to integrate AI into your daily operations. Whether you're new to AI or looking to optimise existing processes, this session will provide valuable insights to help you work smarter, not harder. Register now and take the first step towards leveraging AI in your business. https://lnkd.in/gDKkGwnz