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Cybersecurity startup Capture the Bug has created a new model to help businesses identify 'bugs'.
Deep Dive Division worked with Deloitte to create a 10-year strategy to help achieve their growth plans.
Empower Me received free one-to-one coaching through Startup Aotearoa and is ready to support entrepreneurs.
The Flight Structures team took part in a Lego Serious Play workshop to improve communication within the business.
Soda distributed $669,221 of Regional Business Partner funding to 323 Waikato businesses in 2023.
Eight Mile Farms received Regional Business Partner funding to complete Governance Development programme.
Hamilton startup Deal Buddy accesses free coaching through Startup Aotearoa and has big plans to help Kiwis.
Taupō tourism business Venture Beyond has increased its revenue 34 per cent following training with Destinate NZ.
Stash-It Self Storage Hamilton owners are ready to expand their business with their improved marketing capability.
Sustainability Business Plan will see Dunstan Nutrition save hundreds of tonnes of plastic waste from landfill.
Staff boost confidence and improve management skills after leadership training.
Technology that pre-cuts plasterboard reduces installation time, saving time and money for builders.
Digital Stream owner, Russell Brown, has increased profits and improved his work-life balance.
Senga Allen is the Managing Director and Executive Recruiter at Everest People.
Winning three awards at the Matamata Piako District Business Awards was a business highlight for Wheelie Bin Services.
An important message from Soda CEO, Erin Wansbrough.
Soda's STEM Futures Accelerator aims to help students grow their knowledge and career opportunities.
Andrew Miller is the lead coach and visionary at Roar Coaching, a Hamilton-based business that empowers people to excel.
Harrïe & Sam sell the majority of its made-to-order clothes online, so Shopify training was essential for growth.
Find out how our Innovation Specialist, Ella Reshef, helps businesses and what she can't live without!
Bounsa win RISE UP 2023 - Soda's female entrepreneurship pre-accelerator programme and seed grant.
Wellington startup Wilderlab is on a mission to improve New Zealand’s waterways.
Q&A with Bounsa co-founders and RISE UP finalists Sophie Stanley and Rachel Smith.
Q&A with Mother Trucking co-founder and RISE UP finalist Kitti Bradley
Q&A with WellNow founders and RISE UP 2023 finalists Niamh Buchanan and Melanie Lynn.
Q&A with Norish founder and RISE UP 2023 finalist, Gina Urlich
Q&A with Vester founder and RISE UP 2023 finalist, Candace Kinser
The wait is over! Our 2023 RISE UP finalists are...
Sign Logic owner Jean Kriden has doubled her revenue since undergoing business coaching with Sweet Spot Coaching.
Frances Cook is a best-selling author, columnist, speaker and podcaster, who makes money easy-to-understand.
RISE UP is Soda's seed grant and pre-acceleration programme for ambitious female founders. Applications are now open.
Treat NZ won AMP IT UP - Amplify Taupō's business programme. Enjoy this Q&A with founder, Fleur Wolstenholme.
Online educational resource business sees sales increase following Regional Business Partner training.
With RBP funding Falls Retreat worked with Deloitte to create a five-year business plan and ensure its viability.
Meet Soda's new Programme Manager - Erena Hawkins.
With RBP funding for leadership development, Volare staff get professional development to complement hands-on skills.
Identify Marketing works with small business owners, helping them to confidently manage their marketing.
With RBP funded marketing training, Steph from Sol is excited to grow her sustainable sun care brand.
RBP funding enables first-time business owner to tackle business challenges.
Twenty University students boosted their knowledge and skills in Soda’s inaugural Summer Intern programme.
Dale Carnegie is a globally recognised professional development organisation that empowers people and businesses.
Accent Photography doubled its income and launched a new service, with the help of RBP funding.
University students will receive additional professional development support during summer internships.
Soda sponsored the 2022 Fieldyas Innovation Awards. Find out who won...
Maisey Harris & Co is a modern accounting firm. Find out how they can help your business and meet co-founder, Peter.
Daisy Digital Marketing is an RBP service provider. Find out how they can help your business and meet owner, Sarah.
With funding from the RBP programme, Cosana has upskilled its current staff rather than hiring new staff.
Hitch software enables business to easily report carbon emission savings from commuting.
Q&A with Kinda Ice-cream founders Milli Kumar and Jenni Matheson.
Aeroplanned software makes planning easier for Flight Training Schools.
Christchurch mum Cecilia Clavijo has developed an eco-friendly hand wash product.
Finery founder Jane Allan has won RISE UP, taking home $10,000 cash to boost her cocktail in a can business.
Join our vibrant team and make a positive impact for Waikato businesses.
Q&A with Secret Kiwi Kitchen founders Lulu Taylor and Clare Gallagher.
Q&A with RISE UP finalist and Finery Cocktails founder - Jane Allan.
Q&A with RISE UP finalist and Outside the Box Caskets founder - Becs Bartells.
Q&A with RISE UP finalist Laura Nixon, founder of Solid - sustainable oral healthcare products.
Taranaki startup Tokaora Diagnostics win $10,000 with their innovative tool to detect facial eczema in animals.
Soda is expanding its services to help more Waikato businesses.
Q&A with RISE UP finalist Renee Bignell, founder of Fundpay.
Q&A with RISE UP finalist Charlotte Greer - founder of veto.
Meet our 2022 RISE finalists who will be vying to win $10,000!
Q&A with PowerUp mentor Bridgit Hawkins.
Q&A with business mentor Jeff Mann.
Gaelle Thieme has created a range of premium waterless beauty products.
We're looking for globally ambitious female founders for Soda's RISE UP competition!
Soda has teamed up with HIRE HER to create more job opportunities for women.
Reachible founder Rachel O'Connor is on a mission to make marketing easier.
Sacha Coburn is a women of many talents and an enigmatic force of nature.
Online 3D printing service platform connects customers with designers and printers.
Q&A with BrakeAce founder Matt Miller.
Q&A with mentor and business founder Mike Ashcroft.
Our seed grant winners include a 3D printing business plus makers of new mountain bike tech and hemp-based pet products.
Meport founder Kerwan Rose has created technology that automates the background checking process for tradies.
Since working with Soda in 2020 Real Rad Food has entered the FMCG market and doubled its turnover.
The founders of Dunedin Craft Distillers make gin and vodka out of bread and bakery leftovers.
Kaffelogic's benchtop coffee roaster proves that you can make award-winning coffee at home.
Founder Christopher Staal is ready for investors after completing Soda's BOOST programme
UpdateCove empowers government agencies and construction companies to engage with communities more effectively.
Ocean friendly, natural skincare company Sol+Sea has completed Soda's BOOST programme and is looking for investors.
Founder Wendy Quach's online thrift and consignment store has taken out Rise Up's top prize.
Five inspirational female entrepreneurs will vie to win $10k on at Rise Up.
From state housing to being the CEO of her own company, Donnamaree Ryder has beaten the odds.
These three female founders are on a mission to make food labelling more environmentally friendly.
Skillsme came third in Soda's latest seed grant. We asked them a few questions about their startup.
Auckland startup onesub have created a platform to improve the shopping experience for consumers and retailers.
Hitch won Soda's latest Seed Grant so we asked this promising new startup a few questions.
Glen Stephen's startup has created an ocean-friendly skincare range.
Soda's latest Seed Grant awarded $10,000 cash to four innovative NZ startups.
This online accommodation business is the place to go for one-of-a-kind rural accommodation experiences.
Rise Up finalist, Billie Jo Hohepa, founder of BDÉT, shares some of her entrepreneurial journey.
Where are they now? We chat to Soda alumni Kaffelogic to find out their latest news.
Christopher Staal’s start-up has developed technology to supply pre-cut plasterboard to building sites.
Soda's new BOOST programme lifts off with founders EC8, Sol + Sea and Pickl.
Rise Up finalist, Wendy Quach, founder of & Again, shares some of her entrepreneurial journey.
Check our the podcasts - The Fizz About Biz - where we speak with founders about their entrepreneurial journey.
Find out how this new programme will help your business take on the world!
Rise Up finalist, Chloe Van Dyke, founder of Chia Sisters, shares some of her entrepreneurial journey.
Rise Up judge, Kim Hill, shares some insights into her life and career.
Rise Up finalist, Dr Angela Lim, founder of Clearhead, shares some of her entrepreneurial journey.