


Rod MacKenzie’s seen how tough export markets are for fledgling Kiwi exporters, and is calling for greater collaboration.

At just 34 years of age, Easy Forms director Dave Rouse is already a seasoned business entrepreneur. He’s now onto his third successful business venture, and
has ambitious goals for his latest company.

Suzie Johnson’s a woman on a mission – empowering small-town New Zealand one small town at a time. Having opened ten retail outlets in seven years she’s on a roll.

Think of it as an investment. Staff training is vital to the well-being of any business. Invest today and benefits in productivity and improved team culture can happen almost overnight. NZBusiness highlights the gains to be made from upskilling your people.

Angel investors are often an entrepreneur’s first port of call for capital. But what’s it like dealing with angels? Is it more halos or hassle? NZBusiness sat in on the Angel Investor Summit where entrepreneurs shared their highs and lows.


Rod MacKenzie’s seen how tough export markets are for fledgling Kiwi exporters, and is calling for greater collaboration.

At just 34 years of age, Easy Forms director Dave Rouse is already a seasoned business entrepreneur. He’s now onto his third successful business venture, and
has ambitious goals for his latest company.

Suzie Johnson’s a woman on a mission – empowering small-town New Zealand one small town at a time. Having opened ten retail outlets in seven years she’s on a roll.

Think of it as an investment. Staff training is vital to the well-being of any business. Invest today and benefits in productivity and improved team culture can happen almost overnight. NZBusiness highlights the gains to be made from upskilling your people.

Angel investors are often an entrepreneur’s first port of call for capital. But what’s it like dealing with angels? Is it more halos or hassle? NZBusiness sat in on the Angel Investor Summit where entrepreneurs shared their highs and lows.
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