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Business Fundamentals Growth Lab
Get the confidence and tools to build a sustainable business
Combining online learning with in-person sessions, Business Fundamentals Growth Lab is an exciting opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners to accelerate growth, fast.
If you've got a great business idea but aren't sure where to start, or maybe your business is up-and-running but you don't have the tools you need to succeed, this programme is for you!
Business Fundamentals Growth Lab will guide you through all the essentials of how to start and run a business so you can grow with confidence.
Business Fundamentals Growth Lab
Soda's Business Fundamentals Growth Lab combines online learning with expert-led sessions and peer connection, giving you practical tools to accelerate growth. The programme concludes with a pitch night and the opportunity to win a $2000 cash prize.
Key Information
Dates
Our Deloitte Women in Business Growth Lab has now concluded. Please read our media release about the programme and pitch night winner here.
2026 Women in Business Cohort
- Common Compost
- Eventi Ltd
- Gypsea Creative
- HeyBeau Ltd
- Kultivate
- Makers Common
- Myscar Ltd
- Pause
- The Caring Conversations Project
- Topsy Turvey NZ
Programme Details
Participants must commit to completing weekly online learning material (approximately two hours per week) AND attend weekly in-person group sessions for eight weeks.
Pitch Night
What will I learn?
- Build clarity and confidence in your business model to set you up for success
- Gain practical skills in pricing, marketing, compliance, brand building and cash flow
- Become part of a supportive, guided community for eight weeks
- Take part in weekly group expert Q&A and check in sessions facilitated by an experienced entrepreneur
You will also receive six month's full access to Soda's Business Fundamentals Online platform which includes the following courses:
- Your Business Vision & Goals
- From Idea to Market: Problem Solving, Validation & Customer Fit
- Crafting Your Brand & Competitive Edge
- Marketing & Sales: Building Connections That Drive Growth
- Money Matters: Getting to Grips with Financials
- Legal, Compliance & Future Planning