One of the biggest misconceptions about Amotai is that they hold a secret pool of procurement opportunities that only a select few can access. The reality? Supplier diversity is about building relationships, increasing visibility, and creating long-term opportunities - not quick wins. Unlike funding providers, Amotai doesn’t give out grants or subsidies, but what they [...]
Summer Brons - Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Kahungunu Summer Brons is the proud co-founder and owner of Summerbrons.Tan. Her roots run deep in the rich tapestry of Māori culture, with affiliations to Ngāpuhi and Ngāti Kahungunu. Growing up, Summer always had a passion for beauty and skincare. "The idea of achieving a sun-kissed glow without the harmful [...]
Dr Elana Curtis - Ngāti Rongomai, Ngāti Pikiao Taikura Consultants Ltd was started in 2019 by Dr Elana Curtis and her husband Wiremu Mato (Ngāti Porou) initially to cover contracting work Elana would undertake. She was also working as an academic at the time and Wiremu was offering Te Reo Māori courses at the time. [...]
Our partners, Whāriki Māori Business Network in collaboration with Meta have announced the return of Boost with Meta. This exciting event features two tailored half-day sessions designed to empower Māori businesses, content creators, and marketing professionals to excel in the digital space. The morning session is for pakihi Māori and Māori content creators. The afternoon [...]
Levi Brunton - Ngāi Tahu L & B Building Solutions are a young construction business in Christchurch specialising in new builds, renovations, extensions, decks and maintenance that have been operating for 2 and a half years. Residential Construction New Builds: Custom homes, renovations, and extensions that meet the specific needs of homeowners. Renovations and Alterations: [...]
Ben Marr & Jess McMillan - Tūhoe, Ngāti Rangitihi, Te Whānau a Apanui Āio Media was proudly co-founded by Ben Marr, from Whakatāne and Jess McMillan who was born and raised in Owhata, Rotorua. Āio Media is now in its third year of operation. After being inundated with requests, both Ben and Jess left their [...]
Join an interactive wānanga where an Indigenous future-making framework is used to shape the vision for our digitech futures. Expect thought-provoking kōrero, hands-on sessions, and opportunities to learn, share, and connect with hapori members and rangatahi driving change. All are welcome, hapori, tangata moana, partners, allies, friends! It’s free to register and kai will be [...]
Explore GoBusiness - Grow your business Are you looking to grow your business or export? GoBusiness is for you. Discover information to help you: manage your cashflow hire and manage people train your people understand tax and finance explore exporting marketing your business online discover grants and funding learn about data for business Discover GoManufacturing [...]
Helping your community: Seeking EOI for the Whakatipu Incubator March 2025 Applications are now open for the final intake of Whakatipu Incubator—a 6-month virtual programme designed to help ambitious Kiwi founders build globally competitive startups. Registrations for the programme commencing 17 March 2025 are now open! 🔹 What Whakatipu Offers: ✅ Tailored Support – Business [...]
Join the webinar and get greater at navigating cashflow Managing cashflow is an ongoing challenge for small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMEs). A healthy cashflow is not just important, it’s vital for overcoming challenges, fuelling growth, and ensuring lasting success. Join the next Westpac Smart webinar: Get greater at navigating cashflow, hosted by John Machell, Westpac’s Head of [...]
