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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 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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July 13, 2020

Let's Talk Business with Julian So

Julian So is an active investor with a passion for entrepreneurs and new technologies. Find out what he has to say.

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July 2, 2020

Friendly dragon profile: Ryan Hamilton

Get to know our panel of business legends. Introducing Ryan, director of Grime Off Now Ltd, founder of inspire and more.

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July 2, 2020

Soda is Set to Plant Seeds for Growth

Got an innovative idea that needs a little funding to make it bloom? Soda's need seed grants might be your answer.

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June 29, 2020

Let's Talk Business with Doug Wilson: Part Two

In part two of this guest blog, Doug discusses how to find and engage with the optimal investors for your business.

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June 23, 2020

Staff Profile: Samina Tapia

Our newest member, Soda intern Samina Tapia, brings a strong background in sales, IT and digital strategy to the team.

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June 16, 2020

Staff Profile: Richard Upperton

Richard Upperton is the newest member of the Soda team, bringing with him vast experience in start-up companies.

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