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IDEAStarter: Giving budding young Auckland entrepreneurs a chance
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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Entries are now open for the second annual IDEAStarter competition, encouraging young Aucklanders to bring their business ideas to life.
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No Joy in Joy: 124 minutes of mess
Thu, 17th Dec 2015
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Jennifer Lawrence barely saves 'No Joy in Joy,' an overwrought film saved from chaos by her resilient performance.
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Winners of Kiwi entrepreneurial comp announced
Tue, 24th Nov 2015
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Winners of the DigMyIdea challenge have been announced, with ideas range from financial education software to a socializing app.
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University of Waikato launches new initiative for Kiwi students
Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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The University of Waikato and Waikato Students’ Union (WSU) have launched a new initiative with a focus on entrepreneurship and innovation.
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Lightning Lab to hold two accelerator programmes for Kiwi start-ups
Thu, 15th Oct 2015
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The Lightning Lab XX will focus on accelerating women-led companies, while the Lightning Lab Digital will take a closer look at applications and tech.
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Big data geek named finalist in NZ EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards
Mon, 27th Jul 2015
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Vicelich attributes her nomination to two factors: the ever-increasing importance of data analysis, and her mission to turn data into key insights.
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Online course to support Kiwi entrepreneurs
Tue, 9th Jun 2015
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creative technologies
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entrepreneur
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creative hq
New online course helps Kiwi entrepreneurs develop their startup ideas remotely, with practical tools and support.
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Mentors on tap at The Lightning Lab
Wed, 8th Oct 2014
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mentorship
The Lightning Lab expands to Auckland, offering start-ups mentoring, seed capital, and a chance to turn ideas into reality.
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Entrepreneur X Factor coming to a town near you
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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apple
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technology gifts
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entrepreneur
Are you an entrepreneur at heart and want to know if you’ve got what it takes? Season 3 of Entrepreneur X may be just the thing for you.
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Call for NZ Hall of Fame nominations...
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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Nominations open for the New Zealand Women Entrepreneurs Hall of Fame, spotlighting trailblazers in business excellence and impact.
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TESA enters new era after 46 Years
Mon, 14th Jan 2013
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It’s the start of a brand new era for one of New Zealand’s oldest privately owned electronics companies, TESA Electronics Ltd.
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Business Start-Up Tips
Tue, 24th Jul 2012
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Starting your own business can be scary - especially when you start reading statistics on failure rates.
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Clever thinking offers entrepeneur global potential
Fri, 29th Jun 2012
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christchurch
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Awesome idea for recovering the costs of your unused office space is a proudly kiwi affair.
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Setting goals to grow your business: long term goals
Tue, 3rd Apr 2012
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Goal setting is vital for business success. This week:setting a long term vision for your start up.
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Video: interview with National Start Up Weekend organiser Justin Scott
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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We talk to a key figure on New Zealand's startup scene about creating an entrepreneurial ecosystem, the advantages of tech startups, and whether a business can do good in addition to doing well.
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Are you ready for Webstock?
Fri, 10th Feb 2012
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wellington
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twitter
Massive week of tech events kicks off in Wellington this Monday.
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How a trust can protect your assets
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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big data
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bi
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data analytics
Janet Xuccoa reveals how using a trust effectively can safeguard your assets, spotlighting common pitfalls business owners face.
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Global startup comp coming to NZ
Wed, 25th Jan 2012
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Auckland to host 'Entrepreneur Idol' as part of global Startup World competition, spotlighting innovative start-ups.
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Optimizer HQ hires marketing officer in post-float push
Tue, 13th Dec 2011
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Appointment part of a drive to capitalise on Frankfurt Stock Exchange listing.
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Top scientist's $40 billion pep talk
Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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network infrastructure
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network management
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sdn
Why New Zealand's economic prosperity depends on local companies growing global niche markets in the technology and telecommunications sectors.
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Events for budding entrepreneurs
Wed, 12th Oct 2011
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massey university
Up-and-coming entrepreneurs set to boost their skills and network during Global Entrepreneurship Week, with events on Nov 15 and 18.
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The business lunch question
Tue, 23rd Aug 2011
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wellington
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If you could share a midday meal with one business leader, who would it be?.
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The next Silicon Valley
Wed, 17th Aug 2011
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government
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ndi
NZ launches bid to become the next Silicon Valley, offering funds and a San Francisco hub to boost tech entrepreneurs.
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Errors spell disaster for online businesses
Mon, 15th Aug 2011
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telco
Use of proper English key for establishing website credibility.