From a bunk bed to 20 years in business
Where are they now? Brolly Sheets Founder Diane Hurford on 20 years of bed-wetting, bandanas and building a business that stuck.
Where are they now? Brolly Sheets Founder Diane Hurford on 20 years of bed-wetting, bandanas and building a business that stuck.
Leading a multi-national company takes guts, hard work and determination but without good governance, structure, and processes there is risk for shareholders – no matter how hard you work.
Fresh off a major win at the 2025 Hi-Tech Awards, Deep Dive Division Co-Founder Courtney Karalus shares how the Icehouse Business Owner Programme helped bring structure, resilience, and sustainable growth to their mission-driven enterprise.
When Jane McAllister began sewing baby clothes for her 10 children, she never imagined she was laying the foundation for her business legacy, Dimples.
Operating out of Nelson, Jonny Hendriksen has grown Shuttlerock into a global leader in creative advertising solutions, championing innovation and community-driven leadership.
For those business owners stepping into the world of GenAI, there’s a plethora of training and micro-credential courses available, both free and otherwise.
Discover why investing in leadership development is essential for SMEs and gain practical tips to kickstart the journey.
After 13 years of growth, Heart Saver’s Helen and Mike Mander are scaling new heights in 2025 – expanding into training, mental health support, and Australia.
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