Gab Ruiz: Building a Little Piece of Mexico in Glenorchy
Gab Ruiz and her team have been building a little piece of Mexico in Glenorchy through Casa Jaguar. After coming through Startup Booster in 2024 and receiving an SQL Microgrant, Gab has grown the restaurant into a place recognised by the Mexican authorities for its authentic gastronomy. In August, the Mexican Ambassador came to Glenorchy to present that recognition in person.
Olivia Wensley Appointed CEO of Startup Queenstown Lakes Trust
Startup Queenstown Lakes' board of trustees has completed the CEO recruitment process and is pleased to announce the appointment of Olivia Wensley to the role.
Social Enterprise Can Transform Our Economy
Social enterprise advocate Barry Grehan shares the power of making an impact and going beyond profit as an entrepreneur.
Startup advisor ready to get busy in the Wakatipu
Marco Dingemans is primed to help new entrepreneurs in the Wakatipu Valley navigate the startup journey.
Trust Accepting Applications for CEO
The Board of Trustees for Startup Queenstown Lakes Trust have announced they are accepting applications for the role of Chief Executive Officer for the Trust.
Burnes Bows Out As CEO
James Burnes, a co-founder and the first CEO of Startup Queenstown Lakes Trust, will be stepping down from his role in early February 2020 the organisation announced today.
Think like a startup
James Burnes presents at the Vodafone Innovation Summit presented by the Queenstown Chamber of Commerce.
Queenstowner leads team to victory at Startup Weekend Christchurch
James Burnes, CEO of Startup Queenstown Lakes, shares the story of his team winning Startup Weekend Christchurch.
Startup Weekend is "Transformative" For your Career
BIlly Waller, a participant in our Startup Weekend Dunedin 2018 Roadtrip, share how Startup Weekend was a "transformative and progressive weekend" for his personal development.
Marketing Comms professional needed to tell our story
Startup Queenstown Lakes seeks a marketing and communications professional to help deliver consistent communication and support the development of the local startup, tech, and innovation ecosystem.
Startup Business Advisor Needed for Queenstown
Startup Queenstown Lakes is seeking a Startup Business Advisor with direct experience launching and building high-growth businesses who can help, in a part-time capacity.
QLDC Extends Support of Startup Ecosystem Through 2021
Startup Queenstown Lakes today received confirmation through QLDC’s 2019-20 Annual Plan, that a grant of $220,000 annually for the next two years has been approved.
New Business Advisor To Assist Wanaka Startups
Jinene Clark, Wanaka, has started in her role to assist early-stage entrepreneurs, aspiring business owners, and those in the innovation/tech space.