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News & Stories

At Soda, we’re excited by businesses with potential to grow and businesses that will contribute to lifting and diversifying Waikato's economy. Check out some of the businesses we've worked with recently.

August 31, 2020

Soda's Seed Judges

Meet our panel of Seed judges who provide you with an abundance of detailed advice and support moving forward.

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August 29, 2020

Staff Profile: Niamh Given

Niamh thrives on growing businesses and breaking new ground, making her the perfect fit for our Startup Community role.

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August 25, 2020

Let's Talk Business with Alex Miller

Alex Miller, Lead Developer of Banqer, talks about his role at one of New Zealand's largest FinTech startups.

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August 24, 2020

KoruKabl Takes out Third-Seed Grant

KoruKabl placed 3rd in our Seed Grant event with an innovative idea, looking to develop into something bigger.

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August 20, 2020

Robbie's Onions Claim $2,000 Seed Grant

Robbie's won 2nd place for Soda's Seed Grant with its famous original recipe pickled onions and gourmet sauces.

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August 19, 2020

Seed Grant awarded to Quashed.co.nz

Quashed were the winners of Soda's first Seed Grant event last week, with ideas set to change the future of insurance.

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August 13, 2020

Co-Working Profile: Anneliese Van Wijk

Intern Tayla caught up with Anneliese to hear about her background, her current role and how COVID-19 led her there.

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August 13, 2020

Co-Working Profile - Rebekah Holmes

Intern Tayla sat down with one of Soda's newest co-workers, Rebekah Holmes to learn more about her and her business.

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July 29, 2020

Soda Dragons Den Profile: Simon Graafhuis

Get to know our panel of business legends. Introducing Simon Graafhuis, CFO of Gallagher Group.

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July 24, 2020

Staff Profile: Taylah Graham

The latest addition to the Soda team is our intern Tayla, who will be responsible for creating upcoming Soda content.

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July 24, 2020

From Super Rugby to Startup

Intern Tayla recently caught up with Chiefs player, Ryan Coxon, about his business, Coxy's Lawns.

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July 24, 2020

Soda Alumni Kaffelogic Take on the World, One Coffee at a Time

Kaffelogic is a bench top coffee roasting system for the coffee enthusiast who wants to roast their own beans at home.

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