How to raise Capital: Investment tips from those who have been there, done that
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The Icehouse “revolutionary” for flooring business
Sam Colthurst, recent alumni of the Icehouse Owner Manager Programme, shares how changes implemented as a result of the programme have...
Better business productivity
In conversation with Justin Flitter, founder of...
AI powered personal tax deductions
Tapping into the power of large language learning models and Open Banking, AI start-up Prosaic is looking to revolutionise the way small...
Driving business digitisation
With AI making its presence felt in 2024, it’s time for business owners to understand and realise the true cost-benefit return from...
LSKD expands NZ footprint with new Christchurch store
Australasian activewear brand LSKD is set to launch its first store in Christchurch on Saturday, 1 March...
How to enhance your small business’s cybersecurity and data protection regimen in 2025
New Zealand enterprises need to be laser focused on strengthening their cybersecurity defences says George Moawad of...
How to grow market share in a competitive environment
Mark Callander, the CEO of 2degrees, gives insight on how to grow in the face of strong...
NZ SMEs enter 2025 with improved sales outlook
New research shows nearly a third of SMEs are starting 2025 with stronger-than-expected sales pipelines for...
Takapuna outpaces Auckland with strong economic growth in 2024
Takapuna has outpaced both the Auckland city and the country in economic growth for 2024, according to the latest report from...
The home base at the heart of HQ Clean
Jody McDonald’s entrepreneurship journey is one characterised by seizing opportunity and building relationships through a principled...
Minister Chris Penk on growing New Zealand’s SME sector
Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing talks key challenges facing SMEs, and his strategies for fostering growth in a tough economic...
Tech trends shaping SME success in 2025
Cyber security expert Vanessa Leite explores the key tech trends shaping SME success and why now is the time to...
Pathfinder CEO John Berry on leading with purpose
John Berry, CEO and Co-founder of Pathfinder Asset Management, shares his journey in ethical investing, sustainable leadership, and the...
From owner to leader
Recognising that he had more to learn about running a business led Izy Rangitaawa, MD of Coastwood Homes to business growth hub the...
A cautious approach
Sustainable Business Network is mindful of the impact ongoing innovations in AI could have on the...
Celebrating solo success
From professional speaking and executive coaching to in-house training and online courses, Lauren Parsons’ holistic approach to business...
Revolutionising commercial photography: The rise of Matter Studio
Matter, spearheaded by photographer Heath Waugh, is redefining the landscape of commercial imagery creation through innovative AI...
Play it forward: Five tips for strategic financial forecasting
Expert advice highlights key strategies for refining your financial forecasting...
Balancing passion and business, how Dr. Kirshni Appanna built Jeunesse MedSpa
Dr. Kirshni Appanna, founder of Jeunesse MedSpa, shares her business journey from passion project to creating a leading beauty...
Easing inflation offers hope for small business growth in 2025
Easing inflation and falling cost pressures bring cautious optimism for small businesses in 2025, though challenges like a weak dollar...
In search of an angel?
Pitching to an angel investor involves more than just having that innovative, life-changing business idea. Here's how to stand out in the...
Two bakers turned business owners dish the rise of Mor Bakery
At a time when many business owners were treading carefully, bakers Kelsie Culpan and Laura Metcalf, took a leap of faith. Here's their...
From Wall Street to solving sleep woes with Betta Sleep
Investment banker turned entrepreneur Richard Norris has turned personal frustrations into global business solutions. His latest venture,...
Supporting SME growth in challenging times
With a fresh perspective from Silicon Valley and a focus on strategic clarity, CEO Olivia Blaylock shares her aims to strengthen...
Episode 9: Steve Bonnici shares how Urgent Couriers is delivering on sustainability
In this bonus season-ending episode, Lilah interviews Steve Bonnici, Founder of Urgent Couriers, New Zealand's first carbon-neutral courier...
It’s worse than that, traditional business education is dead, Jim
In a candid and witty reflection, business lecturer Dr Steve Scott questions the future of traditional business...
Leadership, culture and strategy: Steve O’Donnell’s Advanced Directors’ Course insights
Steve O’Donnell expected valuable insights from the Institute of Directors’ Advanced Directors’ Course – but the immersive...
Marketing that connects
Since its inception in 2018, Bear & Moo has transformed from a humble, family-owned start-up selling cloth nappies into an established...
Economy, AI, and exports dominate 2025 business outlook
Amid economic uncertainty, New Zealand businesses are turning to productivity, AI, and export opportunities to drive...