On this episode of NZTE’s Investment Fix podcast, we talk to US venture capital legend, Rob Coneybeer, and Kiwi tech entrepreneur Guy Horrocks – co-founder of the world’s first iPhone app company and US-backed data company, Solve. They give us an inside look at what US investors look for in a company from Aotearoa, how to prepare to raise capital, and the importance of building and working your networks to grow a business in the US market ..read more

They say the best way to understand a market is to get there. On this episode of NZTE’s Investment Fix podcast, we talk to two of Aotearoa’s top tech investors who have done just that. Nadine Hill of Punakaiki Fund and Angus Blair of Outset Ventures share their insights from a recent trip to the US: the incredible opportunities they found in east and central US, how Kiwi tech companies can tap into the ecosystem that exists there, and the importance of being seen as global business ..read more

Your brand is the ngākau, or heart, of your business. On this episode of NZTE’s Investment Fix we look at the importance of getting it right, particularly when you’re entering the crowded US market. Join US-based Kiwi and brand building expert Kirsty Traill, and Eva Goicochea of maude – one of the most successful and VC-backed sexual wellness companies in the world. They explore how to build a global brand, the role it plays in raising capital, and how companies from Aotearoa can make their brand stand out in the US ..read more

Your brand is the ngākau, or heart, of your business. On this episode of NZTE’s Investment Fix we look at the importance of getting it right, particularly when you’re entering the crowded US market. Join US-based Kiwi and brand building expert Kirsty Traill, and Eva Goycochea of maude – one of the most successful and VC-backed sexual wellness companies in the world. They explore how to build a global brand, the role it plays in raising capital, and how companies from Aotearoa can make their brand stand out in the US ..read more

Exporting from NZ to the US takes careful planning and a whole lot of mahi, but it can also open a world of opportunities. On this episode of NZTE’s Investment Fix podcast we talk to Executive Board Director & Consultant Roz Buick and Parkable CEO Toby Littin about what it takes to build a business in the US. A Kiwi who’s worked in the US for 20+ years, Roz shares her insights on doing business in the US, while Toby gives us an honest look at the challenges of growing a company there – including advice and lessons learnt ..read more

They say the best way to understand a market is to get there. On this episode of NZTE’s Investment Fix podcast, we talk to two of Aotearoa’s top tech investors who have done just that. Nadine Hill of Punakaiki Fund and Angus Blair of Outset Ventures share their insights from a recent trip to the US: the incredible opportunities they found in east and central US, how Kiwi tech companies can tap into the ecosystem that exists there, and the importance of being seen as global business ..read more

In this very special bonus episode of NZTE's Investment Fix podcast, we talk to Silicon Valley legend, Randy Komisar. Randy is an investor at American venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins, a founding director of TiVo and co-founder of Claris Corporation. His impressive 40+ year career has seen him act as CEO of LucasArts Entertainment and Crystal Dynamics, 'virtual CEO' for companies such as Global Giving and WebTV, and senior legal counsel for Apple and LucasArts. Randy is also very involved in New Zealand's investment economy. He's an advisor to NZGCP, and works closely with Kiwi investors ..read more

Aotearoa is seeing a groundswell of Māori investment activity, spanning far-reaching business activities and a diverse asset base. In this episode of NZTE's Investment Fix podcast we talk to Rachel Taulelei, Chair of Moana NZ, Sky Stadium, director, and co-founder of business and brand strategy agency Oho, cultural design agency, former CEO of world-leading Māori-family-owned food and beverage business, Kono; and founder of sustainable seafood company, Yellow Brick Road. We're also with Jamie Tuuta, respected Iwi leader, investor, director, and chairperson of Tourism NZ, Māori Television, and ..read more

Aside from access to million-dollar investment funds, international venture capital can bring invaluable global connections and experience. In this episode of NZTE's Investment Fix podcast, we hear from SafeStack CEO and founder Laura Bell and Andrea Gardiner, CEO and founder of Australian venture capital firm Jelix Ventures. They talk about the path to securing overseas investment, the importance of 'fit', and how having the right international partner on your side can help drive your global ambitions ..read more

In this episode of NZTE's Investment Fix podcast it's the 'Insider's Guide' to private equity with Neil Hinton, CEO of Natural Pet Food Group, and Craig Styris, partner at Pioneer Capital. Private equity firms have much larger pools of funding on offer, so they're often looking for a majority stake in a company – going on to provide support right through to an eventual exit. Neil and Craig share their journey from investment to successful sale, offering tips and advice for international growth along the way ..read more