A newsletter covering all things startup in Aotearoa New Zealand

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If you're looking for advice on what's next in your journey, book a free session here with FKA to get advice, connections, and more.

In AKL, our friends at GridAKL are accepting applications for their Get Market Ready 2020 program.

Startup Weekend Queenstown has been postponed to 2025.

Nominations for the GEN NZ Awards close this Friday.

Paul & Pauli

Founder Coffee | Tue 22nd Oct, 12pm | COIN South, 25 Don Street, Invercargill

A chance to pop in, meet other founders, talk about wins, challenges and know that you’re not the only one on the rollercoaster. Read more.

MUV Talks | Fireside Chat with Eugene Yao (@ADHDfounder) | Tue 22nd Oct, 6:30pm | GridAKL/John Lysaght, 101 Pakenham St West

Join Pauli and friends for a fireside chat with Eugene Yao, ADHDfounder, who grew from 0 to 1M followers in 6 months. Perfect for entrepreneurs and social media enthusiasts! Read more.

Meetup with Michael Tiemann | Tue 22nd Oct, 6:30pm | Startup Dunedin

A unique conversation around building a technology company with a real purpose...in 1993. Read more.

Kapiti Startup & Innovation Network | Meetup | Thur 24th Oct, 8am | 180 Degrees Cafe & Bistro, Wellington

Everyone loves a good Startup story! From our experience and our networks we've built, we know the importance of sharing these stories - the good, the bad and the ugly. Read more.

Growth Jam | Thur 24th Oct, 1pm | Harbourside, 4 Taranaki St, Wellington

Leaders from Canva, Xero, Storypark and more share how they've launched and won new international markets. Read more.

Mainland Angel Investors - Oct Pitch Investment Evening | Thu 24th Oct, 4:30pm | Dunedin, Invercargill, Queenstown and Christchurch

Hear from three startups as they pitch their unique value propositions, growth potential, and financial projections. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with like-minded investors and entrepreneurs who are interested in supporting the next generation of successful startups. Read more.

Auckland Young Professionals Social Networking Drinks | Thu 24th Oct, 5:30pm | Wynyard Pavilion, 17 Jellicoe Street, Auckland

Join AYP for your favourite monthly gathering at our October Social Drinks! Read more.

Migrants in Tech Meets Women in Tech – A Collaborative Meet-Up!