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Going Global from Ōtepoti
Going Global from Ōtepoti

Expanding your business into international markets can be a game-changer. However, understanding the nuances of various geographies is crucial for success. Here are some things to consider when exploring new markets.

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Wade Pearson - Startup Dunedin's Board Spotlight
Wade Pearson - Startup Dunedin's Board Spotlight

The Chair of the Startup Dunedin board, Wade Pearson brings over 10 years of experience in both law and startups - and you’d be surprised how often those two things cross over.

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Startup Dunedin's Microgrant Funding
Startup Dunedin's Microgrant Funding

Startup Dunedin’s one-off microgrant fund has officially wrapped up, and one thing is for sure - there’s no shortage of great ideas and great founders in Ōtepoti. 

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Upcoming Events
MoneyHub Business Summit 2025
Jun 5
MoneyHub Business Summit 2025

Join 100+ business leaders, innovators, and investors for a three-day summit designed to spark ideas, build lasting connections, and explore the future of business in New Zealand.

Location: Mountain Club | QT Queenstown | Altitude Brewing, ​Queenstown

The awesome team at MoneyHub have given us a discount code for our followers, for 50% off tickets! Use this code at checkout: STARTUPDUNEDIN50 

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Burnout-Proof Scaling for ADHD Founders
Jun 5
Burnout-Proof Scaling for ADHD Founders

Combining timeless principles with the latest neuroscience behind flow, burnout, ADHD, and peak performance, Jamie's Flowjo Formula reinvents the Founder Journey into a fun, exhilarating, and deeply fulfilling adventure. The result? Scaling becomes faster, easier and a whole lot more fun! Read more.

Get more out of your marketing tech
Jun 12
Get more out of your marketing tech

Whether you're a dedicated marketing manager, or it's just one of the many hats you wear at work, you have a set of tools and platforms to get the job done. Over time, functions and features change, and you can probably get more done with the tech you already use. Join this expert panel as they share tips and tricks to get more out of your marketing tech. Register Here.

How to sustain your business in an uncertain environment
Jun 13
How to sustain your business in an uncertain environment

How can you make business decisions when the future is hard to predict? Join Dr Angeline Achariya and Caspar Schmidt as they share tips and examples of asking good questions, focusing where it counts, and finding opportunities for growth. Register Here.

Brainwaves to Breakthroughs: Building Your Startup Team
Jun 19
Brainwaves to Breakthroughs: Building Your Startup Team

Brainwaves to Breakthroughs: Each session brings together industry experts and founders who’ve been through it all and have plenty of wisdom to share. Whether you’re already working on an idea or just curious about starting something, this series exists to help you learn from the best. Read More.

Electrify Aotearoa 2025
Jun 24
Electrify Aotearoa 2025

Electrify Aotearoa is back as the must-attend event for entrepreneurs, founders, supporters and investors to fuel the growth of women-led high-growth ventures in New Zealand. Join the awesome team from Ministry of Awesome for two transformative days of strategic networking, breakthrough learning, and unmatchable inspiration. Read More.

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