NZBusiness Magazine

31/07/2025

In the rush to embrace the latest tech trends, many businesses risk missing the bigger picture. Igor Matich, Founder of Dynamo6, argues that true digital transformation starts not with tools, but with people, purpose, and process.
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Igor Matich, Founder of Dynamo6, argues that true digital transformation starts not with tools, but with people, purpose, and process.

21/07/2025

Whether you’re an investor seeking a secure, long-term tenancy (5+ years) or a business leader looking for a new headquarters, this flexible asset is ready to meet high performance operational needs or provide consistent returns.

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17/07/2025

After joining our Future Tech & Your Business panel, Simon Bridges, CEO of the Auckland Business Chamber, shared his thoughts on the power of AI to transform SMEs — and what’s next for innovation in Aotearoa.

👉 Hear his take on:
✔️ How SMEs can explore AI safely and strategically
✔️ The rise of MedTech and NZ’s niche innovation strength
✔️ What it will take to lift productivity and global competitiveness

💬 “We need more Kiwi businesses going from $1 million to $10 million — and beyond.”

Read more: https://buff.ly/YnhmI2m

Thanks to Martian Bunker for producing this video for us.

19/06/2025

Season 2 of Sustainably Ever After wraps with a bang!

In our final episode, Lilah McDonald chats to Liam Bowden, Founder of Deadly Ponies, the beloved New Zealand luxury brand redefining sustainable fashion.

From crafting one-off pieces in his garage in 2005 to running a carbon-zero certified company with an ambitious recycling programme, Liam shares the ups, downs and insights behind building a purpose-driven brand that doesn’t compromise on style.

🌏 Hear how Deadly Ponies is making fashion more ethical, one handbag at a time.

🎧 Listen now:
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Spotify - https://buff.ly/QX68vNB
YouTube - https://buff.ly/7vJ8JeY

Read more about the episode: https://buff.ly/HbilTSl

Thanks to sponsor of the podcast, Milford Foundation.

16/06/2025

What a night! 🌟

Thanks to everyone who joined us for Future Tech & Your Business – our latest NZBusiness Networking & Note-taking event. With a powerhouse panel and a room full of engaged SME owners and professionals, the energy was incredible.

Huge appreciation to our speakers:
👏 Simon Bridges from the Auckland Business Chamber
👏 Madeline Newman from the AI Forum NZ
👏 Igor Matich from Dynamo6
👏 Sunny Katira from Datacom

Together, they unpacked what tech adoption really looks like for SMEs – from small wins to big visions.

📸 Check out some highlights from the night below – and if you missed it, don’t worry, we’ve got more events coming soon!

Thanks to Dynamo6 for sponsoring this event, and as always the incredible Icehouse for the venue and food & drinks.

16/06/2025

The June issue of NZBusiness is here!

Is your business ready for what’s next in tech? This issue, we explore how New Zealand SMEs can tech-proof for the future — from AI and automation to cloud and data strategies.

- Learn how top Kiwi businesses are using tech to stay ahead
- Discover tools and insights to help you make smarter digital decisions
- Stories from SYOS Aerospace, Datacom, The AI Forum and many more

Tech-proofing is no longer optional. Whether you're exploring AI for the first time, optimising operations, or scaling into new markets, this issue has the thinking and case studies to help you move forward with confidence.

👉 Read the issue free here: https://buff.ly/6zG8TPA

11/06/2025

When Jane McAllister started sewing baby outfits for her own kids more than 30 years ago, she had no idea she was starting what would become Dimples – a proudly NZ-made brand now beloved by generations.

14 children, 29 grandchildren, and thousands of loyal customers later, Dimples is a heartwarming story of family, quality, and entrepreneurial spirit.

From humble beginnings in her lounge to a flagship Newmarket store and an expanding online presence, Jane’s journey is full of inspiration.

👉 Read more about her remarkable story in NZBusiness: https://buff.ly/Zi2FUEX

19/05/2025

🚀 Is your SME ready for the future?

Don’t miss Future Tech & Your Business – our next NZBusiness Networking & Note-taking event happening June 12! Proudly presented by Dynamo6 this event hosted at the Icehouse will dive into how Generative AI and emerging tech are transforming the business landscape.

Hear from an all-star panel:
💬 Simon Bridges – Auckland Business Chamber
💬 Madeline Newman – AI Forum NZ
💬 Igor Matich – Dynamo6

✅ Automate the boring stuff
✅ Make faster, smarter decisions
✅ Improve marketing, sales & ops with AI
✅ Hear real SME success stories

🎁 Plus, attend and go in the draw to WIN a $250 Payze NZ Gift Card!

🎟️ Grab your ticket now: https://buff.ly/oR7qEvp

15/05/2025

NEW PODCAST EPISODE OUT NOW!

🎧 Episode 16 of Sustainably Ever After features Bryce Marsden, CEO of the Milford Foundation, in a powerful conversation about what it really takes to drive positive change in New Zealand.

From youth scholarships and mental health helplines to major environmental restoration projects, Bryce shares how the Foundation is supporting the next generation and why long-term thinking is key to real, lasting impact.

📌 Topics covered:
– Supporting young Kiwis into higher education
– Regenerating South Auckland’s Puhinui Stream
– Advice for businesses looking to give back with purpose

🔗 Listen now:
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Spotify - https://buff.ly/3wZBaZu
YouTube - https://buff.ly/2vrG7tl

Read more about the episode: https://buff.ly/7mLhfjd

Milford Foundation is also sponsor of the podcast.

12/05/2025

🏆 Entries now open for The David Awards: heroes in small business 2025!

Are you a small business owner who’s battled the odds and built something remarkable?
The David Awards celebrate Kiwi “Davids” — small businesses that punch well above their weight in innovation, marketing, sustainability and more.

Whether you're a solo entrepreneur or a small team with a big vision, this is your chance to gain recognition, boost credibility, and connect with fellow trailblazers.

✅ No entry fee
✅ Simple application process
✅ 7 inspiring award categories

Enter now ➡️ www.thedavidawards.co.nz
Read more on NZBusiness ➡️ https://buff.ly/7TMEPjl

Voyager Internet is the principal sponsor of the Awards.

08/05/2025

After 13 years of consistent growth and development for their company Heart Saver, owners Helen and Mike Mander are lifting the business to a whole new level in 2025.

We recently caught up with the hard-working Kumeu-based couple for an update 7+ years on from their cover story for the December 2017 issue of NZBusiness.

They explain that life for the past decade has largely been a case of sticking to their knitting and focusing on all things AED. But that’s all about to change as they now begin their next phase of business growth. 🌱

Read our latest 'Where are they now' feature: https://buff.ly/rNnb8xd

07/05/2025

She co-founded one of NZ’s top recruitment firms, sold it, and never looked back.

Meet Marisa Fong – entrepreneur, investor, and passionate advocate for women in business. In our latest feature, she talks about breaking cultural expectations, thinking big, and mentoring the next wave of female founders.

“I don’t have a mould. I’m not very conformist to what people might expect of a first-born Chinese woman.”

👏 Read about her bold journey and why she believes success is about more than the bottom line – it’s about freedom, legacy, and lifting others as you rise.

📖 Click here to read: https://buff.ly/4Mfwizb