Startup Aotearoa

Meet Anna Devcich from Hamilton! As the manager at Soda Inc, she’s helped hundreds of startups go from idea to thriving success—and she’s ready to support you on your journey. Book a session with Anna today and let your startup story begin! startupaotearoa.org Ready to transform your startup idea into a thriving business? Get started by booking your FREE startup coaching session at startupaotearoa.org Startup Aotearoa is brought to you by Ministry of Awesome, Creative HQ, COIN South, Development West Coast, GridAKL, Soda Inc., Startup Queenstown Lakes, The Factory, Doso, Startup Dunedin and AIM - Angel Investors Marlborough with support from Callaghan Innovation

Not long to go until the Manawatū Innovation Showcase 2025 — have you registered yet? 🤔 We’re really excited for this year’s event. The numbers are looking great already, and it’s shaping up to be another awesome night! Expect a solid speaker lineup, good conversations, and plenty of time to connect over food and drinks 🥂 📅 Thursday 1st May from 5:30pm - 7:30pm 📍 Palmy Conference & Function Centre 🎟️ Free to attend — just make sure to register: 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gChMHuYZ #Manawatu #InnovationShowcase #TechWeekNZ #StartupCommunity

"Most people have never met someone who relies on an app to communicate. They see Alek—our AI tool—and think it’s cool, but they don’t realise how life-changing it is. For speech therapists and AAC specialists, the impact is clear. They’ve been waiting for something like this—an intuitive, AI-powered assistive tool that makes communication faster, easier, and more natural. The difference? No one has successfully commercialised a solution like this before. That’s the gap Rhetorica is here to fill." Daniel Kahu - Alek Read the full story >> https://lnkd.in/gPpePrG8 Ready to transform your startup idea into a thriving business? Get started by booking your FREE startup coaching session at startupaotearoa.org Startup Aotearoa is brought to you by Ministry of Awesome, Creative HQ, COIN South, Development West Coast, GridAKL, Soda Inc., Startup Queenstown Lakes, The Factory, Doso, Startup Dunedin and AIM - Angel Investors Marlborough with support from Callaghan Innovation

Join us at Coffee and Jam, Thursday 1 May @EPIC Innovation Immerse yourself in Ōtautahi's dynamic startup ecosystem at this lunchtime tradition, where our community gathers to: 1. Share - connect with fellow entrepreneurs and supporters of innovation 2. Learn - gain insights from founders spanning all stages of the startup journey 3. Grow - collaborate on ideas that fuel startup success 🎤 Meet the Speakers🎤 Bonnie Humphrey - Funded Averill Moser-Rust - Funded Tammara Lowdell - Eat Choice Ltd Logan Kim - Memro Joshua Unwin - Memro 📅 Date: Thursday, 1 May ⏰ Time: 12:00-1:15pm 📍 Location: @EPIC Christchurch, 100 Manchester Street 🥗 Light refreshments provided Whether you're just beginning or a seasoned entrepreneur, Coffee and Jam is your hub to share, learn, and thrive. 🎟️ Limited seats available – RSVP now to secure your spot! https://hubs.la/Q03gGGK90 Thank you to our awesome partners for championing the growth of startups in New Zealand! Kiwibank ChristchurchNZ Callaghan Innovation Ara Institute of Canterbury EPIC Ōtautahi Christchurch

Meet Tim Nightingale, a visionary entrepreneur redefining home cleaning! With an electric spray bottle that cuts plastic waste without compromising quality, he's on a mission to transform everyday habits for a greener future. 🍃 Read his full story here 👉 https://lnkd.in/g9kZKx_f Ready to transform your startup idea into a thriving business? Get started by booking your FREE startup coaching session at startupaotearoa.org Startup Aotearoa is brought to you by Ministry of Awesome, Creative HQ, COIN South, Development West Coast, GridAKL, Soda Inc., Startup Queenstown Lakes, The Factory, Doso, Startup Dunedin and AIM - Angel Investors Marlborough with support from Callaghan Innovation #GreenInnovation #SustainableLiving #Entrepreneurship

Dunedin City Council's 9 Year Plan & Brekkie with Startup Dunedin Wondering how the Dunedin City Council's upcoming 9 year plan could affect you or your startup? Come and have a yarn with your wider startup ecosystem over a coffee and some brekkie. We can chat about the need-to-knows for the 9 year plan, how to submit feedback, and more.    Don't miss the chance to engage with your local startup community and learn more about what these decisions could mean for you!   Register your interest below - spaces are limited.

From my inspiration providing the spark of an idea… to the first prototype, our very first nanny, our first customer and now, our 200th booking. Every iteration has been a lesson, with plenty of twists and turns along the way. Today, we’re putting the finishing touches on our app - set to change everything you know about finding and booking childcare. #StartupJourney #ChildcareReinvented #TechForParents

Wherever You Are in NZ, We’ve Got Your Back! 🚀 Starting a business is tough—but you don’t have to do it alone. Join 1,400+ Kiwi entrepreneurs who’ve kickstarted their journey with free startup coaching from Startup Aotearoa. Whether you’re in a big city or a small town, our expert coaches are here to help. 💡 👉 Book your FREE coaching session today at startupaotearoa.org and take the next step in your startup journey! Startup Aotearoa is brought to you by Ministry of Awesome, Creative HQ, COIN South, Development West Coast, GridAKL, Soda Inc., Startup Queenstown Lakes, The Factory, Doso, Startup Dunedin and AIM - Angel Investors Marlborough with support from Callaghan Innovation

Woot! It's on the calendar. Our biggest, most exciting and – we're certain – most inspired Startup Weekend ever. If you've ever wondered if you can be part of a business innovation that has the potential to go global, now's the time to grab your tickets – Earlybird discount (50% off) and other limited offers available now: https://lnkd.in/gMbZ4ZBH #startupweekend #innovation #entrepreneurship