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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...
Redefining adventure travel with Viva Expeditions
Rachel Williams, Founder of Viva Expeditions, takes us on a journey of discovery sharing how she’s built a business in industry she’s...
Agile advertising: 4AM’s unique approach to brand growth
We sit down with Kurt Bradley, Executive Creative Director and Managing Partner of 4AM to discuss the agency's rebrand, and how they...
RUSH – nudging giants in AI innovation
From life-saving applications to advancement in cybersecurity Danu Abeysuriya shares how RUSH is putting NZ tech on the world...
Burning bright: Insights from a small business success story
Geoff Dunn, Director of The Fire Place Limited, shares his journey from corporate executive to thriving...
Brewing business with Doug Hastie, Founder of Chanui
Doug Hastie, owner of Chanui, shares his journey developing one of New Zealand’s favourite tea brands, the best way to drink tea, and...
60 years of sweet moments
Being at the helm of New Zealand’s sweetest business is all about people, relationships and learning says owner of Sweet Moments, Mike...
Āe Botanicals: Northland wahine aims to boost local economy with launch of vegan skincare brand
Grace Falwasser, the Founder of Āe Botanicals, is ready to take on the world with her uniquely crafted vegan skincare...
Kiwi entrepreneur Levi Fawcett: Driving innovation and leadership
Kiwi entrepreneur Levi Fawcett, CEO of Partly, shares his journey from mechanic to industry leader, highlighting keys to success and the...
Sew your own story: Turning a personal passion project into an award-winning small business
From a personal healing project to an award-winning small business innovating simple clothing design, discover Twig + Tale's success...
Expanding from down under to across the ditch with AutoFlip
Innovative vehicle trading platform, AutoFlip, has successfully expanded into New Zealand. Here's...
Opening doors to dealership success with Dominator SEA
Jako Bekker, Managing Director of Dominator South and East Auckland, shares the keys to becoming a successful dealership and...
Georgia Patten and bored.george – Empowering confidence through eyewear
Georgia Patten, visionary founder behind bored.george, reflects on her entrepreneurship journey and the evolution of a passion project...
Chasing opportunities in the midst of chaos
Quick-thinking Haka Tourism Group CEO Ryan Sanders shares his personal and professional journey through upheaval to reinvent his...
Pete’s Naturals: Championing sustainability in New Zealand’s soda market
Recently honoured at The David Awards 2023, the owners of Pete's Naturals Lemonade share their journey from Belgium to New Zealand and...
Hill Labs at 40: Reflecting on the past to look to the future
Hamilton-based analytical testing company Hill Labs is celebrating 40 years in business this...
Sustainably ever after: Teenage entrepreneur inspires social change
14-year-old entrepreneur Lilah McDonald has a passion for driving social change, reflected in her business Water Us, and soon-to-launch...
How Blitz Surf Shop rode the digital wave with omnichannel shopping
Blitz Surf Shop has successfully navigated changing tides by combining bricks with clicks for an omnichannel approach to retail...
Reshaping Australasia’s office spaces from the chair up
Buro has revolutionised office spaces across Australasia. NZBusiness caught up with General Manager Tim Howard to discuss the brand’s...
A Sales Director’s side hustle success
How Dale Folland has mastered the delicate dance of entrepreneurship while maintaining a successful...
Owning the electric dream
After careers in teaching and video editing, Jen Hobbs has discovered her true calling in micromobility as owner of PEV business,...
How to raise a business: The case of KEA Outdoors
KEA Outdoors is a plucky young brand out to succeed in the highly competitive global outdoor equipment market. We catch up with Founder,...
Rolling in luxury: TrailLite’s long road from caskets to caravans
Celebrating 70 years in business, the team at family-run TrailLite reflect on their ups and downs, and offer up some advice for business...
David Awards: Leadership guru a deserving winner in 2023
Ahead of entries opening for the David Awards 2024 on May 1, we profile the Supreme Winner from 2023, the inspirational Glenn...
The EdTech start-up building a global reputation
Kiwi EdTech company Kai’s Education is helping create tomorrow's trailblazers, and in the process has received international...
Riding the retail rollercoaster
Despite recent tough times for retailers, Dunedin’s Amy Chapman is thinking outside the ‘bricks and mortar” box to develop her...
Helping diverse women in business find their voice
Suki Xiao is on a mission to empower business women of colour through her expert leadership coaching...
Tame your flux: Sarah Kinley on affecting positive change in the workplace
IWD 2024: Sarah Kinley, Founder of The New Normal, on bringing positive change to your business and empowering women in...
The importance of professional development in governance roles
NZ Cricket Players’ Association chief executive Heath Mills shares his experience on IoD’s Company Directors’...