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SUMMARY:B Corp Month Breakfast: How B Corp is shaping the future of business
DESCRIPTION:B Corp Month is an annual global celebration of the B Corp Movement 🌏💚 \nB Corps are leading the way and shaping the future of business. Join us for this B Corp Breakfast Panel where local B Corps discuss the wins and successes they have had in their B Corp journey as they create positive impact for workers\, community and our environment 🎤🏆☕ \nWe’ll hear from B Corps sharing their real-world experience with a chance for you to ask your own questions and meet and mingle with local B Corps and the B Lab Australia New Zealand team (Andrew Davies\, B Lab Australia New Zealand CEO\, Michele Wilson\, B Lab Aotearoa Manager\, Kira Day\, B Lab Australia New Zealand Policy and Advocacy Manager). \nGenerously hosted by our friends at Grid/AKL\, with coffee and breakfast provided be Ceres Organics and Ozone Coffee Roasters\, this event is a must in your B Corp Month calendar! \nThis event is open to all\, however registrations are a must as numbers will be limited. Whether you are newly certified\, “on the path”\, a long-time B Corp\, or just B-curious\, this event is for you. \n \nTransport: We encourage walking\, public transport and ride sharing where possible. Paid parking is available on street or in the nearby car parking buildings \nAccessibility: This event is on the ground floor of the Grid/AKL John Lysaght building and accessible for all via the front entrance. Please get in touch if you require any additional assistance.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/b-corp-month-breakfast-how-b-corp-is-shaping-the-future-of-business/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Auckland Bootstrapper's Breakfast / March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Next GridAKL Bootstrappers’ Breakfast! \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to exchange ideas\, share challenges\, and gain valuable insights that will help drive your business forward. \nThis month we are excited to welcome our guest speaker Fiona Taimana – Founder / CEO\, Korawai \n\nFiona Taimana | Founder / CEO\, Korawai \nFounder of Korawai\, a Māori Enterprise using world leading technology to calm anxious dogs\, Fiona has bootstrapped her company over the last four years. With over 25 years in both corporate (Emirates Group – Dubai\, Warehouse Group – Auckland) and consultancy across a range of industries Fiona is passionate about creative strategic thinking in the areas of marketing\, customer experience and innovation.\nUsing an effectual approach to innovation and business development\, Fiona uses with Ideation frameworks\, market validation to develop marketing strategies. These strategies are supported by market research and analysis to develop product and marketing activities for start-up and/or existing businesses. \n———- \n☕ Bootstrapper’s Breakfasts are for founders of early-stage startups. It’s a light before-work event to meet like-minded people\, share what you’re working on\, get some help\, and build a peer support network so you don’t feel like you’re doing it all on your own. \nYou should leave the morning event caffeinated\, ready for your day ahead\, and equipped with fresh ideas to tackle your current startup challenges. A light breakfast will be provided.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/auckland-bootstrappers-breakfast-march-2025/
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SUMMARY:ADI Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Got a startup idea or looking for guidance on your business journey? \nADI Clinic offers free 20-minute advice sessions with seasoned angel investors from Flying Kiwi Angels (FKA). Held weekly at GridAKL\, these sessions provide founders and entrepreneurs with valuable insights on funding\, growth\, and strategy. \nWhether you’re refining your pitch\, exploring investment opportunities\, or tackling business challenges\, ADI Clinic is your chance to get expert feedback and take your venture to the next level.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/adi-clinic/2025-03-20/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:ADI Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Got a startup idea or looking for guidance on your business journey? \nADI Clinic offers free 20-minute advice sessions with seasoned angel investors from Flying Kiwi Angels (FKA). Held weekly at GridAKL\, these sessions provide founders and entrepreneurs with valuable insights on funding\, growth\, and strategy. \nWhether you’re refining your pitch\, exploring investment opportunities\, or tackling business challenges\, ADI Clinic is your chance to get expert feedback and take your venture to the next level.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/adi-clinic/2025-03-13/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:GridAKL 10 Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:GridAKL is turning 10\, and you’re invited to celebrate a decade of disruption\, innovation and epic wins! \nFrom our home in Wynyard Quarter\, we’ve grown from an ambitious vision into the beating heart of Auckland’s innovation network\, now home to over 900 innovative minds. \nTogether\, this incredible community of entrepreneurs\, startups\, scaleups and corporates has shaped thriving ecosystems\, launched world-changing ventures and woven innovation into the very fabric of our city’s identity. \nThis celebration isn’t just about looking back – it’s about imagining what the next decade of possibility might bring. \n📅  Date: Monday\, 10 March \n⏰ Time: 6.00pm – 8.30pm \n📍Location: Mason Brothers Building\n139 Pakenham Street West\, Auckland Central\, Auckland 1010 \nThis is your chance to reconnect with everyone who’s been part of the GridAKL journey – alumni\, fellow innovators\, partners and supporters.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/gridakl-10-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Mason Brothers Building\, 139 Pakenham Street West\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:ADI Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Got a startup idea or looking for guidance on your business journey? \nADI Clinic offers free 20-minute advice sessions with seasoned angel investors from Flying Kiwi Angels (FKA). Held weekly at GridAKL\, these sessions provide founders and entrepreneurs with valuable insights on funding\, growth\, and strategy. \nWhether you’re refining your pitch\, exploring investment opportunities\, or tackling business challenges\, ADI Clinic is your chance to get expert feedback and take your venture to the next level.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/adi-clinic/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:GridAKL Startup Ecosystem Enablers Meetup #7
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Calling all Startup Ecosystem Enablers! To create a strong healthy entrepreneurial ecosystem across Tamaki Makaurau and New Zealand as a whole\, we need to be a super-connected\, collaborative community. Please join us for our next Startup Ecosystem Enablers’ meetup.\nThis is an opportunity to network\, to identify barriers to success and look for opportunities to ‘do better’ in strengthening our Startup ecosystem.The aim is to work together to establish New Zealand as a uniquely diverse and innovative Startup nation\, and to promote our successes to the world. #BetterTogether \nThe theme is “Startups with Purpose: How Female Entrepreneurs are Shaping the Future”.  \nDiscussion Topics: \n\nHow do we increase the number of female-led Startups\, and Why is this important?\nHow women entrepreneurs are driving change through purpose-led ventures.\nThe balance between profitability and positive social impact.\nDeveloping businesses with sustainability and community in mind.\nScaling a purpose-driven business in today’s economy.\n\nThis theme focuses on increasing the number of women entrepreneurs\, many of whom are not just profit-focused but also driven by a larger mission\, resonating with the increasing focus on social entrepreneurship. We need more of this! \nPanel discussion will kick off at 5pm. Refreshments provided.\n\nPanelists (TBC): Josh Comrie Serial entrepreneur\, Startup Mentor\, Investor; Sasha Lockley Social entrepreneur\, Co-Founder and CEO Money Sweetspot; Janine Grainger\, Co-founder and CEO Easy Crypto;\nMC: Bridget Unsworth Chief Executive\, Angel Association of New Zealand
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/gridakl-startup-ecosystem-enablers-meetup-7/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Migrants in Tech Auckland Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Finding work in Auckland’s tech scene can be tough\, and for many\, entrepreneurship has been a powerful way to create opportunities and build something sustainable. At this event\, you’ll hear from inspiring founders who have navigated different paths into tech and business. \nOur Speakers:\n🎤 Mitch Hazelhurst – Tech recruiter and founder of RocketTags\, and his new venture DevMatch\, which is helping developers gain real-world experience. He’ll share insights on breaking into tech and key recruitment tips to land your next role. \n🎤 Niloofar Aflaki – Founder of Rostiny\, a privacy-first childcare management platform\, leveraging AI to streamline operations and ensure data security. She’ll share insights on building a scalable tech startup and solving industry challenges with AI. \n🎤 Tom Wu – Founder of GoBear.me\, an AI-driven job search platform that helps candidates find their ideal roles faster. He’ll share how technology is transforming job hunting and how to stand out in today’s market. \nExpect a casual\, insightful\, and supportive space where you can connect\, learn\, and get inspired by real stories of tech entrepreneurship. \n🍕 Pizza and drinks provided! \n👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly and open to all
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/migrants-in-tech-auckland-meet-up-entrepreneurship-opportunities/
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SUMMARY:ADI Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Got a startup idea or looking for guidance on your business journey? \nADI Clinic offers free 20-minute advice sessions with seasoned angel investors from Flying Kiwi Angels (FKA). Held weekly at GridAKL\, these sessions provide founders and entrepreneurs with valuable insights on funding\, growth\, and strategy. \nWhether you’re refining your pitch\, exploring investment opportunities\, or tackling business challenges\, ADI Clinic is your chance to get expert feedback and take your venture to the next level.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/adi-clinic/2025-02-27/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:The future of no work: How to succeed in the age of AI
DESCRIPTION:AITHENTIC: Monika Bio\nMonika is a former police officer from Prague who spent 10 years serving the community before managing the Drone Academy. There\, she introduced drones to emergency services\, police\, and firefighters—not just as flying cameras but as tools to save lives\, monitor critical situations\, and respond faster. Her passion has always been about uncovering the true potential of technology to make a real difference.\nNow\, with AI\, Monika sees an even greater opportunity. AI provides access to the knowledge of billions and unlocks 10x potential to enhance human capabilities\, enabling us to work smarter and live better. As the founder of AIthentic\, she helps businesses bridge the gap between technology and real-world challenges\, empowering them to rethink how they operate and thrive. Monika is dedicated to showing how AI and automation can create freedom\, efficiency\, and a better future for all.\n\n\nFor the Auckland event\, I’d like to highlight that Burger King NZ will be showcasing their AI-powered drive-thru (more details are available in the Humanitix description).
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/the-future-of-no-work-how-to-succeed-in-the-age-of-ai/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Auckland Bootstrapper's Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Event description\n\nJoin Us for the Next GridAKL Bootstrappers’ Breakfast! \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to exchange ideas\, share challenges\, and gain valuable insights that will help drive your business forward. \n\nWe’re excited to welcome Isabel Munro – CFO Partner at Oxygen Advisors\, who will be sharing insights on commercialising ventures and what founders should consider to give their businesses the best chance of financial sustainability. Their expertise will provide practical strategies to help entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of building a financially sustainable business. \n\nAbout Oxygen Advisors | Startup Advisors & Financial Experts: \nOxygen Advisors specialize in guiding startups through financial planning\, commercialisation\, and sustainable business growth. Their team has worked with numerous founders to help structure their ventures for long-term success\, offering insights into key financial strategies\, funding options\, and revenue models that work. \n———- \n☕ Bootstrapper’s Breakfasts are for founders of early-stage startups. It’s a light before-work event to meet like-minded people\, share what you’re working on\, get some help\, and build a peer support network so you don’t feel like you’re doing it all on your own. \nYou should leave the morning event caffeinated\, ready for your day ahead\, and equipped with fresh ideas to tackle your current startup challenges. A light breakfast will be provided. \n———- \n📍GridAKL / John Lysaght Building – 101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\n📅 7:30am / Tues 25 Feb
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/auckland-bootstrappers-breakfast-february-2025/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Seaside Smash - Docked & Loaded 3
DESCRIPTION:This is an event across 3 days – 21\, 22 & 23 Feb 2025 \nWe’re based in the supremely awesome GridAKL John Lysaght Building\, on the Auckland Viaduct. \n  \nIf you require assistance\, please consult someone from the Admin section below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStream:\n\nhttps://twitch.tv/nzsmash\n\nDiscord Server:\n\nhttps://discord.gg/DktFRNC\n\nFacebook Group:\n\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/nzsmashbros/\n\nYouTube Channel:\n\nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqO1tIR9f4EAEd4H207Zi9g
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/seaside-smash-docked-loaded-3/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:ADI Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Got a startup idea or looking for guidance on your business journey? \nADI Clinic offers free 20-minute advice sessions with seasoned angel investors from Flying Kiwi Angels (FKA). Held weekly at GridAKL\, these sessions provide founders and entrepreneurs with valuable insights on funding\, growth\, and strategy. \nWhether you’re refining your pitch\, exploring investment opportunities\, or tackling business challenges\, ADI Clinic is your chance to get expert feedback and take your venture to the next level.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/adi-clinic/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:ADI Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Got a startup idea or looking for guidance on your business journey? \nADI Clinic offers free 20-minute advice sessions with seasoned angel investors from Flying Kiwi Angels (FKA). Held weekly at GridAKL\, these sessions provide founders and entrepreneurs with valuable insights on funding\, growth\, and strategy. \nWhether you’re refining your pitch\, exploring investment opportunities\, or tackling business challenges\, ADI Clinic is your chance to get expert feedback and take your venture to the next level.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/adi-clinic/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250213T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250213T120000
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SUMMARY:Startup Aotearoa: Popup Coworking Day
DESCRIPTION:Kickstart your day with Startup Aotearoa’s Pop-Up Co-Working Day alongside like-minded individuals in hour GridAKL hot desking space. Connect over coffee\, share ideas\, and tap into the collective energy of Aotearoa’s startup ecosystem.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/startup-aotearoa-popup-coworking-day/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Startup Grind
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SUMMARY:Rust AKL: How We Learn Rust
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\n\nHeya everyone 👋! \nWe are happy to begin 2025 with an interactive discussion on how people have been learning Rust. Whether you are a beginner\, a seasoned professional\, or simply curious\, we look forward to seeing you there! \n\nDate: Tuesday 4th February 2025\nTime: 6:00 pm\nAddress: Grid Auckland / John Lysaght\, 101 Pakenham Street West (ℹ️ different venue)\n\n## Agenda \n\n6:00 pm: Arrival / Networking / Food\n6:15 pm: Event start – How We Learn Rust\n7:15 pm: Closing\n7:20 pm: End\n\n### How We Learn Rust – Discussion \nhosted by Max Voskob\nWondering if 2025 is the year you finally wield Rust?\nJoin this interactive discussion and hear from those who’ve been there\, done that.\nIf you’re new\, come along and learn why this niche language is causing a stir.\nIf you’re familiar\, come along and share your learnings\, and what made you run with this. \n—\nSee you there 🦀!
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/rust-akl-how-we-learn-rust/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Counterspell - A beginner friendly game jam 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \nMake games\, meet cool people\nCounterspell Auckland is a beginner friendly game jam for high schoolers happening in Auckland\, New Zealand! Where artists\, musicians\, and coders get together to build apps and games. \nBuild whatever you want! \nAny game counts! The theme for Counterspell Auckland will be decided through peer voting before the event starts. \nWhether you’re a beginner or experienced in programming- we’ll have workshops\, resources and mentors throughout the 24 hours to help you with your project. \nCounterspell Auckland will go on for 24 hours \n  \nHere’s a rough schedule so you know what to expect! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:00 AM: Doors open \n\n\n12:00 PM: Opening ceremony \n12:30 PM : Lunch \n\n\n1:00 PM: Start working on your game! \n\n\n2:00 PM : Gamedev workshop 1 \n\n\n4:00 PM : Activity 1 \n\n\n4:00 PM: Gamedev workshop 2 \n\n\n6:00 PM: Dinner \n8:00 PM: Lightning talks \n\n\n12:00 AM: Midnight surprise \n\n\n8:00 AM: Breakfast \n10:30 AM: Game demos! \n\n\n12:00 PM: Closing ceremony \n\n\n 
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/counterspell-a-beginner-friendly-game-jam-2024/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:BYO Data Science Topic
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\n\nHave you been using a new Machine Learning technique or library a lot in the last few months? This is your chance to come along and share your hard fought for lessons with the Data Science Discussion Group. \nIf not\, is there that one research paper\, Machine Learning technique\, or Library that you’ve been meaning to get to for months? If this is the case\, now is your chance to rip into it\, and\, to bring along and share what you learn between now and the meeting with the group! \nSome Examples:\nfeaturewiz\, polars\, autogluon and other automl\, xgboost 2\, skrub\, tabular deep learning etc. If tested with the water pump data even better. \nAll topics welcome as long as they fall under the umbrella of Data Science and Machine Learning. \nWho is this meeting for?\nAnyone interested in Data Science and Machine Learning. We aim to have the discussion at an intermediate to advanced level\, but we welcome people of all levels. \n\nDiscussion Format:\nWe give everyone a chance to share what they have learned and ask questions about where they got stuck. Those who did not look at materials beforehand or would just like to listen are welcome to pass their turn. \nMeeting Schedule:\n– 6:00 – 6:30: Arrive / informal chat\n– 6:30 – 6:35: Introductions\n– 6:35 – 7:25: Discussion\n– 7:25 – 7:30: Nominate and vote for the next meeting’s topic\n– 7:30: Meeting ends \nThis will be our last meeting of the year. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/byo-data-science-topic/
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SUMMARY:How GitLab Manages a Fully Remote Engineering Team at Scale: Lessons Learned
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\n\nCome join us for November’s meet-up (on the 20th of November). This month we have Andrew Haschka (GitLab Field CTO APJ) and Ben Ridley (GitLab New Zealand Solution Architect) from GitLab. \nNOTE: We’ll be hosting this event at The Grid (right around the corner from Microsoft) \nHow GitLab Manages a Fully Remote Engineering Team at Scale: Lessons Learned and Successes Achieved \nIn managing a fully remote engineering team at scale\, GitLab has built a robust remote culture grounded in clear communication\, transparency\, and trust. From strategic hiring and onboarding practices to tools that enable seamless collaboration across time zones\, GitLab prioritises alignment and accountability while empowering individual autonomy. \nBy leveraging asynchronous workflows and focusing on data-driven improvement\, the team effectively overcomes common remote challenges\, maintaining high productivity and security standards. These practices foster an environment where engineers thrive\, continuously refine processes\, and achieve scalable success. \nAndrew Haschka\nGitLab Field CTO APJ\nhttp://linkedin.com/in/andrewhaschka\nAndrew Haschka is the CTO for Asia Pacific & Japan at Gitlab acting as the trusted advisor to GitLab partners and customers. Andrew takes a consultative approach to address common and unique business requirements. He provides subject matter expertise and industry experience throughout the customer’s modernisation journey; whilst working with product management and engineering teams to evolve product features to meet market demand. \nAndrew brings more than 20 years of experience in the CyberSecurity\, Digital Transformation and Cloud space with prior roles leading teams across APAC at Google and VMware. In addition to Digital Transformation projects delivered across Fiji & Pacific Islands\, Downer\, IBM\, Jones Lang Lasalle\, Thomson Reuters and Optus. \nBen Ridley\nGitLab New Zealand Solution Architect\nhttp://linkedin.com/in/ben-ridley-393004119\nWith years of engineering experience\, Ben Ridley serves as a vital bridge between customers and GitLab’s engineering teams\, ensuring a customer-first approach in every technical decision. \nHis deep technical expertise enables him to translate customer needs into actionable insights for engineering\, supporting GitLab in maintaining high standards of productivity\, collaboration\, and security. \nThis role not only builds trust with customers but also reinforces GitLab’s commitment to delivering solutions that genuinely enhance and align with customers’ engineering practices. \nFood & Drinks\nAs usual – we’ll provide the pizza and drinks 🙂 \n****NOTE***\nWe have a venue change for this event. We’ll be hosting this event at The Grid Auckland (right around the corner from Microsoft):
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/how-gitlab-manages-a-fully-remote-engineering-team-at-scale-lessons-learned/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:GRIDAKL Open day!
DESCRIPTION:Event description\n\n🎉 GridAKL Open Day: Explore\, Connect\, Innovate! \nDate: Tuesday 19 November \nTime: 8:30am – 4:30pm \nLocation: GridAKL / John Lysaght\, 101 Pakenham St West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland\, 1010 \nJoin us for a day of discovery at GridAKL’s Open Day. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur\, a startup enthusiast\, or curious about what goes on behind our doors\, this is for you! \n🏢 Explore Our Space: Take a guided tour of our innovative workspaces\, collaborative environments\, and facilities. \n🤝 Connect with Our Community: Meet the faces behind the startups\, creatives\, and innovators who call GridAKL home. \n💡 Discover Opportunities: Learn about the resources\, programs\, and support available to help you bring your ideas to life. \nRSVP now to secure your spot!
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/gridakl-open-day/
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SUMMARY:People in Tech Auckland
DESCRIPTION:Event description\n\nPeople in Tech Auckland event! \nMeet local tech founders & Fintech pioneers building the way we manage money in NZ. \nThis is an opportunity to meet:\n– Marina Thorpe\, Head of Payments@ Qippay\n– Shweta Prakash\, CEO & co-founder@ WismoPay\n– Jane-Renee Retimana\, Chief Strategy & Innovation @ PaymentsNZ\n– Campbell Maclachlan\, founder@ Goldie\n– Ben Lynch\, co-founder@ Akahu & Dolla\n \nAs well as chance to meet and learn how Venture Capital firms work and support the start up ecosystem:\n– Point16/ NZ Fintech Fund\n– Altered Capital \nPizza and drinks provided \nBrought to you Ramp Up\, bringing closer together the tech ecosystem\nhttps://www.rampup.co.nz/ \n\n\n\nPowered by\nTickets for good\, not greedHumanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity \n\n\nLocation\n\n\nGrid Auckland / John Lysaght Startup Coworking space\n\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010\, New Zealand
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/people-in-tech-auckland/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241113T203000
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SUMMARY:Wild Leadership: Shaping the future of work
DESCRIPTION:🌟 Shaping the Future of Work with Wild Leadership 🌟 \nJoin The Wild Ones community for an interactive evening on Wild Leadership. Meet changemakers\, disruptors\, and innovators\, and explore how leadership can impact you and your work. \nThis is your chance to connect with Auckland’s startup founders and professionals passionate about shaping the future of work! \n📅 Date: Wednesday\, November 13\, 5:30 PM \n📍 Location: GridAKL / 12 Madden Street \n🎟️ Free registration below
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/wild-leadership-shaping-the-future-of-work/
LOCATION:futures Lab / 12 Madden Street\, 12 Madden street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Business & Networking Event I Auckland – 9º Ed.
DESCRIPTION:Event purpose\nThe objective of this event is to provide an environment where professionals and entrepreneurs can: \n\ncreate new connections\npromote themselves\nlearn something of value\nfind motivation in the face of daily challenges\, whether in business or professional life.\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Edition\nDue to the occurrence of floods in the south of Brazil\, devastating cities\, destroying homes and taking lives. Tickets for the August event will go to families who need to rebuild their lives. \nTo know more about: https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/floods-in-southern-brazil-kill-at-least-75-people-over-7-days-with-103-people-missing/O6FWRDY4WBFEPMWM5DEQDM762Q/ \n\n\n\n\nIs this event only for Brazilians?\nNo. This event is for everyone who understands the importance of networking and wants to take advantage of this opportunity to promote yourself among the Brazilian community and make new connections at this event. \n\n\n\n\nHow many attendees will you have at this event?\nThe place has capacity for 95 people seated. Usually we aim to get 80-90 participants registrations. \n\n\n\n\nHow can I be a Sponsor at the next event?\nGet in touch via email businessnetwork.ls@gmail.com \n\n\n“What is the agenda of the event?”\nThe event takes place on an after-work schedule from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM to ensure great turnouts. \n\nBefore the event: You receive instructions about the location\, accessible parking and any relevant information so that you have an excellent experience at the event.\n\nAt the event date:\n\n6:30 PM*: Reception for all attendees. Food and beverages are provided for all attendees (vegetarian \, dairy free and gluten free options included\, if requested).\n7 PM*: A friendly welcome from the Business & Networking Organiser.\n\nOur guests and speakers will share their knowledge and experiences. In this period of uncertainty in the country\, take advantage of the opportunity to hear the experience of entrepreneurs who make things happen\, where giving up is not an option. \nAt this Business and Networking event\, we are focused on empowering small businesses\, freelancers\, and entrepreneurs with the innovative tools and resources necessary to thrive in the current landscape. Our aim is to open minds to the potential for growth and innovation within each specific sector\, demonstrating that there are opportunities accessible to all. \n\n8:00 PM*: Networking. Food and beverages are provided for all attendees (vegetarian \, dairy free and gluten free options included\, if requested).\n\n\n9:00 PM*: We close managed network activity and announce the next event\n\n* Actual Event Times may vary. Check your event ticket or with your event organizer for the final event start time. \n\n\n\n\nGold Sponsor\nGaze Burt We see Law differently\n“Gaze Burt is a mid-sized law firm based in Auckland\, New Zealand. We operate from offices located in Auckland’s CBD and on the North Shore (Albany\, Silverdale\, and Birkenhead). With lawyers experienced in a wide variety of law\, we assist client across a broad range of legal needs. We take time to get to know our clients\, we invest time in understanding their situations and we take the time to care. Isn’t it about time you talked to us? \nContact gazeburt.co.nz \nGridAKL Community of Entrepreneurs & Startups\nBased in Wynyard Quarter\, GridAKL is both the place and the people that grow Auckland’s tech\, innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems. \nSharing knowledge\, resources and connections – fresh thinking for positive impact on our world! \nContact gridakl.com \n  \nMore info here
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/business-networking-event-i-auckland-9o-ed-2/
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SUMMARY:IoT Showcase: Driving Innovation in New Zealand’s Transport Sector
DESCRIPTION:Event description\n\nHear how Kiwi innovators in the IoT transport sector are shaping the future of IoT in Aotearoa. \nNew Zealand’s transport sector is at the forefront of embracing IoT technologies\, driving innovation and efficiency across the country’s transportation systems. With a diverse array of connected vehicles\, smart infrastructure\, and data-driven solutions\, the sector is transforming how people and goods move around Aotearoa and beyond. \nJoin us for the first in our IoT Showcase series\, and hear from kiwi innovators and businesses in the IoT space as they present their products or projects. \nOur keynote speaker Mark Heine\, Co-Chief Executive Officer of EROAD\, will share insights on environmental sustainability. Following this\, presenters will deliver five-minute pitches showcasing their products or projects. \nThis event is a fantastic opportunity to network with others in the IoT community.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/iot-showcase-driving-innovation-in-new-zealands-transport-sector/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Auckland Bootstrapper's Breakfast / October 2024
DESCRIPTION:Event description\n\nJoin Us for the Next GridAKL Bootstrappers’ Breakfast! \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to exchange ideas\, share challenges\, and gain valuable insights that will help drive your business forward. \nWe’re thrilled to welcome back Flavio Hangarter\, who will be presenting “7 Things We’ve Learned to Speed Up Getting Your Product to Customers.” Flavio’s expertise\, combined with inspiring success stories from past Get Market Ready participants\, promises to leave you feeling energized and equipped to take the next big step in your entrepreneurial journey. \nSpecial Announcement: Flavio will also be introducing the next GridAKL Get Market Ready programme\, which kicks off early next year. This program provides early-stage entrepreneurs with a unique opportunity to access proven methods for launching and growing their businesses. More info on the application process here. \n☕ Bootstrapper’s Breakfasts meetings are for founders of early-stage startups. It’s a light before-work event to meet similar minded people; share what you’re working on to get some help; and build a peer support network for yourself so you don’t feel like you’re doing it all on your own. \n  \nGuest Speaker\n\n \n\n\nFlavio Hangarter | Startup Advisor\, Trainer\, Coach \n  \nOver the past twelve years\, Flavio has launched two tech companies and supported over one hundred technology ventures with customer discovery\, go-to-market strategy\, capital raising and growth. In 2011\, after his first tech business failed\, he became obsessed with learning how to build scalable tech companies. This led him to study innovation\, technology and growth from the most successful technology companies and Accelerators such as Palantir\, Google\, Techstars Accelerators\, Citrix Accelerator and Plug’n’Play Innovation Centre. Since then\, Flavio has applied these learnings to advise teams across the globe to speed up product launches\, raise better capital and accelerate growth. \nYou should leave the morning event caffeinated ready for your day ahead\, along with some new friends\, and good ideas moving forward through the current issues you’re facing bootstrapping your venture or idea. \nHope to see you there! \n📍GridAKL / John Lysaght Building – 101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\n📅 7:30am / Tues 29 October
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/auckland-bootstrappers-breakfast-october-2024/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:AI Leadership Collab
DESCRIPTION:Event description\n\n\nAI is more than just a technology. It is a transformative tool that has the potential to elevate the way we work\, if we can see beyond AI’s surface definition of Artificial Intelligence. Leveraging the power of your own AI – Adaptive Intelligence.\n  \nThis collab is designed for anyone who wants to better understand and guide decision-making about the use of AI within your organisation or with your customers. It is suitable for leaders without AI or technical expertise\, as well as more technical leaders who want to better understand and influence others. \nThe AI Leadership Collab explores leading-edge developments within AI\, using approachable and easily understood language and examples. It dispels common myths about the evolving technology while exploring the significant opportunities for leaders\, teams and communities. The primary focus of the collab is on the leadership skills needed to navigate and guide the successful application of AI across organisations. \n  \nThe event is designed as an exploration across all five levels* of AI Leadership: \n1. AI Foundations – Advanced beyond media headlines and theoretical debates\n2. AI Innovation – Consistently experimenting with AI at work\n3. AI Strategy – Navigating the limitations and power of AI systems\n4. AI Integration – Working with AI integrated into daily workflows\n5. AI Leadership – Leading collaborative teams working alongside AI agents \n  \nThe collaborative format combines structured learnings from our AI Leadership masterclass series with shared insights across the group. Making this event a unique opportunity to explore the leading edge of AI Leadership in Aotearoa — through a Futurist-guided collaboration between next-generation startups and future-focused major organisations.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/ai-leadership-collab/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:MUV Talks | Fireside Chat with Eugene Yao (@ADHDfounder)
DESCRIPTION:📅 Tuesday 22nd October\, 6:30 PM – 8 PM\n📍 GridAKL/John Lysaght\, 101 Pakenham St West\, Auckland\n🎟️ Tickets here 👉🏼 https://events.humanitix.com/muvtalks-october24\n\nDescription\n\n\nJoin us for a fireside chat with Eugene Yao\, ADHDfounder. This inspiring session is perfect for entrepreneurs and social media enthusiasts to hear the journey of one of the fastest-growing Instagram creators\, who went from 0 to 1 million followers in just 6 months. \nCome along\, find inspiration\, and connect with like-minded people while savouring delicious Presto pizza! \n  \nMore About Eugene Yao \nEugene Yao is a social media content creator and entrepreneur. After building eVouch\, a VC-backed marketing tool for over 1\,500 brands\, he shifted focus in 2023 following his ADHD diagnosis. Eugene launched an Instagram channel dedicated to ADHD awareness\, quickly growing his following from 0 to 1 million in just six months. He now has over 2 million followers across all his social platforms\, recognised for his engaging ADHD-related content and strong community building. He also runs a startup aimed at helping individuals stay accountable and productive. \nMake sure to check out and follow ADHDfounder on Instagram ✨ \nThank you\, Phase One and GridAKL\, for supporting this event!
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SUMMARY:District 112 Toastmasters in New Zealand
DESCRIPTION:📅Date: Saturday\, 12 October 2024\n📍 Venue: Grid AKL / John Lysaght Coworking Startup Space\, 101 Pakenham Street West\, Auckland CBD\n⏰Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM\n📩 Contact: Elizabeth Strauss Viljoen at:    clubretentionchair@d112tm.org.nz \n  \n\nAre you curious about District 112 Toastmasters in New Zealand? You asked\, and we listened! \n\n\nIntroducing the Biggest Public Relations Toastmasters Event – now open to non-Toastmasters! \n\n\nWhether you want to improve your public speaking\, master leadership skills\, or boost your personal or professional brand\, this is your chance to experience the magic of Toastmasters firsthand.\n\n\nJoin us for the PR for Success Conference\, a full-day event packed with expert workshops\, inspiring speakers\, and hands-on strategies to elevate your communication and PR skills. And the best part? You don’t have to be a Toastmaster to attend!\n\nWhy Attend?\n✔Learn effective communication and PR strategies from industry experts\n✔ Discover creative ways to promote yourself\, your business\, or your club\n✔Network with professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and industry leaders\n✔ Experience the Toastmasters community in action!\n🎁Exclusive Gift: The first 50 registrants will receive a limited-edition Centennial Gift Box\, celebrating 100 years of Toastmasters!\nHybrid Option: Can’t attend in person? No worries! Join us online and still enjoy all the perks of this amazing event.\n\n\nThis conference is proudly supported by GridAuckland\, a hub for entrepreneurs and early-stage Auckland startups working in technology and innovation that make a positive difference in the world. This partnership marks a significant step in helping people build the skills of the future.\nDon’t miss out on this rare opportunity! Register now and experience Toastmasters while sharpening your PR skills.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/district-112-toastmasters-in-new-zealand/
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SUMMARY:Mastering Web Performance in 2024
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\n\nIn today’s fast-paced digital landscape\, web performance plays a vital role in delivering smooth user experiences and driving business growth. This workshop provides key strategies and techniques to optimize website and application performance\, ensuring rapid load times and responsive interactions across all devices. \nCovering topics from asset optimization to performance monitoring and the use of modern technologies\, you’ll gain actionable insights to improve user satisfaction\, increase conversions\, and stay competitive. \nIn this workshop\, you will learn: \n\nThe importance of web performance\nCore Web Vitals\nCumulative Layout Shift\nInteraction to Next Paint\nLargest Contentful Paint\nSpeculative Rules API\nTools for measurement\n\nSpeaker spotlight: Tamas Piros – Cloudinary (Developer Evangelist)\nTamas is a Google Developer Expert in Web Technologies and a seasoned Developer Evangelist. He is a passionate advocate for modern web technologies\, helping people understand and unlock the latest & greatest features of web development.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/mastering-web-performance-in-2024/
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SUMMARY:Auckland Open Source Data Infrastructure Meetup | 3 October
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\n\n\n\nAre you interested in learning more about open-source data technologies? ✅ \n\n\nDo you want to network with local and international tech professionals in a fun\, relaxed environment? ✅ \n\n\nDate: 3 October\nLocation: GRID AKL – 101 Pakenham Street West\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010\, New Zealand\nAgenda: \n\n5:00 – 5:30 Networking & snacks\n5:30 – 5:35 Kickoff: Welcome\n5:35 – 6:05 Dear Podcast\, Can You Help Me? Leveraging OpenSearch and LangChain to ask a podcast for advice – Jenn Junod\n\n6:05 – 6:45 Maybe you!\n\n* Please note that this is an alcohol-free event. Light bites will be provided.\n* By attending this event\, you agree to abide by our community code of conduct \nWould you like to speak at this event?\nThese meetups aim to bring together data engineers\, developers\, platform operators\, and other enthusiasts to discuss and share the latest trends and best practices in the field of open source technologies\, with a special focus on data management\, processing\, and analytics.\nOur meetup scope is kept intentionally broad\, so any technical talk (no sales pitches) around 20-30 mins in length that involves data\, analytics\, data architecture\, etc. is fair game as long as the technology featured is covered under the Open Source Definition (OSD).\nHere are some topics from recent OSDI meetups as a sample: \n\nIntroduction to TiDB – a distributed SQL database\nBeginners guide to balance your data across Apache Kafka partitions\nScaling Analytics with Clickhouse: ingest at 100k/sec\, query stateful data in under a 1/2 second\nApache Iceberg: enabling an open data architecture for large-scale analytics\nPostgres as search and personalization engine\n\n\n\nIf interested\, please submit our OSDI Speaker Form and someone from our Community Team will get in touch!
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/auckland-open-source-data-infrastructure-meetup-3-october/
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