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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.

June 8, 2023

RISE UP Fosters Female Entrepreneurship

RISE UP is Soda's seed grant and pre-acceleration programme for ambitious female founders. Applications are now open.

May 22, 2023

Q&A with Fleur Wolstenholme from Treat NZ

Treat NZ won AMP IT UP - Amplify Taupō's business programme. Enjoy this Q&A with founder, Fleur Wolstenholme.

May 21, 2023

Squoodles Sales Jump 23% After Digital Marketing Training

Online educational resource business sees sales increase following Regional Business Partner training.

May 2, 2023

Q&A with Erena Hawkins

Meet Soda's new Programme Manager - Erena Hawkins.

May 2, 2023

Falls Retreat Offers Exceptional Experiences

With RBP funding Falls Retreat worked with Deloitte to create a five-year business plan and ensure its viability.

March 29, 2023

Leadership Training Helps Volare Manager Think Outside the Box

With RBP funding for leadership development, Volare staff get professional development to complement hands-on skills.

March 28, 2023

Q&A with Rachel Klaver from Identify Marketing

Identify Marketing works with small business owners, helping them to confidently manage their marketing.

March 20, 2023

Sustainable Sun Care Business to Scale up with RBP Funding

With RBP funded marketing training, Steph from Sol is excited to grow her sustainable sun care brand.

March 8, 2023

Wood Automotive thrives with RBP support

RBP funding enables first-time business owner to tackle business challenges.

February 26, 2023

Summer Intern Programme a Success

Twenty University students boosted their knowledge and skills in Soda’s inaugural Summer Intern programme.

January 31, 2023

Q&A with Michael Shaw from Dale Carnegie

Dale Carnegie is a globally recognised professional development organisation that empowers people and businesses.

January 18, 2023

RBP Funding Helps Accent Photography Launch New Service

Accent Photography doubled its income and launched a new service, with the help of RBP funding.

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