A new Auckland programme will support up to 50 Māori-owned tech, digital and creative businesses as Tū Ātea looks to build more companies capable of scaling beyond NZ.
What’s at stake: Māori businesses risk missing out on high growth parts of the digital economy unless stronger support, networks and capital pathways are built around them.
Background: Te Ara Pakihi is a fully funded programme offering masterclasses, mentoring and capital grants worth up to $35,000 for selected Māori-owned businesses.
Main players: Tū Ātea, Te Puna Creative Hub, Auckland Council and mana whenua Te Kawerau ā Maki are behind the programme.
Auckland Māori businesses working in tech, digital and creative sectors are being offered up to $35,000 in support through a new programme aimed at helping more firms grow beyond the early stage.
Tū Ātea is delivering Te Ara Pakihi in partnership with Te Puna Creative Hub, Auckland Council and
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Key points
What’s at stake: Māori businesses risk missing out on high growth parts of the digital economy unless stronger support, networks and capital pathways are built around them.
Background: Te Ara Pakihi is a fully funded programme offering masterclasses, mentoring and capital grants worth up to $35,000 for selected Māori-owned businesses.
Main players: Tū Ātea, Te Puna Creative Hub, Auckland Council and mana whenua Te Kawerau ā Maki are behind the programme.
