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SUMMARY:🚀 Founders & Funders: Auckland Pitch Day
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Founders & Funders: Auckland Pitch Day \nA two-part Pitch Day showcasing innovation\, investment\, and opportunity in the heart of the city. \n\n📅 24 October 2025 | 🕛 12:00–2:30 PM\n📍 GridAKL / John Lysaght \n\nJoin us for a dynamic afternoon that brings founders and investors together at the heart of Auckland Startup Week. \n\nThe event begins with a Reverse Pitch (12:00–12:45 PM)\, delivered in partnership with GD1 and Motion Capital\, where up to 10 investors will each pitch for three minutes\, sharing their focus areas\, what excites them\, and how they work with founders. This flips the script\, giving startups invaluable insight into how to tailor their pitches and build stronger connections. \n\nAfter a short refresh\, the spotlight shifts to the Founder Pitch (1:15–2:30 PM)\, where five carefully selected ventures will deliver high-impact presentations\, showcasing their unique solutions\, traction\, and potential for growth. \n\nTo submit your pitch\, fill out the Founder Pitch Application Form as well as registering. \nApply Now \n\nThis two-part Pitch Day features:\n✨ Reverse Pitch (12:00–12:45 PM) – Up to 10 investors\, 3 minutes each. Hear directly from leading investors (GD1\, Motion Capital + more) as they share their focus areas\, what excites them\, and how they work with founders.\n🔥 Founder Pitch (1:15–2:30 PM) – Five standout ventures take the stage with high-impact pitches\, showcasing their traction\, vision\, and growth potential.\n🍸 Networking Drinks (from 2:30 PM) – Stay on to connect with founders\, funders\, and the wider innovation community. \nWith a capped audience of 120 (60 founders + 60 investors)\, this is your chance to gain insights\, spark new collaborations\, and be part of the conversations shaping New Zealand’s entrepreneurial future. \n\n👉 Click here to register: https://events.humanitix.com/founders-and-funders-auckland-pitch-day/tickets \n\n#ASW2025 #PitchDay #StartupNZ #Innovation #Auckland
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DESCRIPTION:Reading Group: A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models \nJoin us at our next meetup to discuss the paper “A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models.” This session will focus on understanding context engineering as a critical component in developing robust LLM applications. \nThe paper we will be discussing\n“A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models” https://arxiv.org/abs/2507.13334 \nContext engineering is the process of precisely populating an LLM’s context window with relevant information for optimal performance. This involves integrating elements such as task descriptions\, few-shot examples\, retrieved data (RAG)\, multimodal inputs\, tool definitions\, and historical state. Effective context management is essential\, as insufficient or irrelevant information can degrade LLM performance\, while excessive context increases computational cost. This is a non-trivial aspect of LLM application development. \nContext engineering is a specific\, crucial part of a broader\, emerging software layer designed to coordinate individual LLM calls within complete LLM applications. This layer extends far beyond simple “wrappers\,” encompassing problem decomposition\, \ncontrol flow\, LLM dispatch\, generation-verification\, guardrails\, security\, and evaluation.\nPlease try to look at the paper before attending. This helps us have a more productive discussion as participants will have a shared foundational understanding. \nWho is this meeting for?\nThis meetup is for individuals interested in Data Science and Machine Learning\, particularly those involved in or curious about the architectural and engineering challenges of building LLM-powered applications. \nThe discussion will aim for an intermediate to advanced level. But we welcome attendees of all levels. \nDiscussion Format:\nWe will follow a reading group format\, providing an opportunity for attendees to share their insights and ask questions. Participants are welcome to pass if they prefer to listen. \nMeeting Schedule: \n\n6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Arrive / Informal Networking\n6:30 PM – 6:35 PM: Introductions\n6:35 PM – 7:25 PM: Discussion\n\n7:25 PM – 7:30 PM: Nominate and vote for the next meeting’s topic\n7:30 PM: Meeting Concludes\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/18789/2025-10-23/
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/2025-10-23/
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SUMMARY:Protect\, Position\, Profit: The IP Formula for Shareholder Value
DESCRIPTION:In today’s innovation-driven economy\, intellectual property (IP) is no longer just a legal checkbox—it’s a powerful lever for growth\, investment\, and long-term value creation. \nWhether you’re building a startup\, scaling a tech venture\, or positioning your company for acquisition\, your IP portfolio can be the difference between being overlooked and being irresistible to investors. \nThis high-impact workshop is designed for founders\, entrepreneurs\, and innovation leaders who want to unlock the full strategic potential of their patents\, trademarks\, and designs. \nThrough expert insights and Kiwi success stories\, you’ll learn how to use IP not just for protection\, but as a catalyst for scale and profit. You’ll also take part in an interactive IP audit—an opportunity to assess your current position and uncover strategic opportunities to strengthen your IP portfolio. \n\n\n\n\nFree\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaniel Barnes\nChair of Weir Science\n\nDaniel Barnes is Chair of Weir Science and Head of Brand and Business Development. He is a well-known advertising industry figure as co-founder and CEO of one New Zealand’s most effective advertising agencies Barnes\, Catmur & Friends. BC&F was ranked the #1 Most Effective Independent Advertising Agency in NZ and Asia Pacific\, and Top 5 Worldwide for successive years before becoming fully acquired by a major multinational network in 2020. He has extensive experience across most major marketing categories both here and internationally. \n\n\n\n\nDean Prebble\nManaging Principal at Qantm Valuations\n\nDean is a Managing Principal at Qantm Valuations and an expert in commercialisation strategy\, early-stage finance and business valuations. His career spans big 4 consulting\, private equity and government\, including serving as NZ’s Trade Commissioner in Taiwan as part of NZTE’s Greater China team. He was previously Regional Director at a leading Asia-Pacific intangible asset consultancy and held senior roles in equity analysis and strategy at top firms. Dean holds degrees in Accounting\, Finance\, Marketing\, and International Business from Otago and Auckland universities. \n\n\n\n\nDr. Iona Weir\nFounder and CEO of Weir Science\n\nIona is the Founder and CEO of Weir Science and a pioneering New Zealand cell biologist whose patented research spans cancer\, immunology\, and gut health. Her discovery that plant cell apoptosis (death) could be reversed led to application in human cancer and immune cells. She has served as CEO/CSO and Director developing oral drugs for eczema and Long Covid\, breakthrough gut innovations like IBSacol\, Phloe\, and KiwiCrush\, and collaborating with multinationals including Nestlé. Her work in regulating cell death inspired the patented Myrecil ingredient behind Atopis skincare and OTC eczema treatment\, and the Myregyna® Medical Device system for the treatment of genitourinary syndrome of menopause. \n\n\n\n\nJillian Lim\nPatent Attorney at Davies Collison Cave\n\nJillian is a Patent Attorney at Davies Collison Cave\, specialising in patent procurement and IP portfolio strategy. She advises on patentability\, commercialisation\, infringement\, and validity across diverse fields including medical devices\, mechanical engineering\, construction\, and renewable energy. Her clients range from startups to universities and industry leaders. She is committed to delivering clear\, pragmatic advice tailored to each client’s goals\, without unnecessary legal complexity. Jillian holds degrees in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Auckland. \n\n\n\n\nNick Holmes\nTrade Mark Lawyer at Davies Collison Cave\n\nNick is a leading trade mark lawyer at Davies Collison Cave with over 25 years’ experience across New Zealand and Australia. A recognised specialist in New Zealand trade mark law\, he advises clients globally and manages international trade mark portfolios for clients ranging from startups to multinationals. Nick serves on advisory groups for the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) and has been named a WIPR Leader” in 2021-2024 in New Zealand trade mark law along with recognition as a Global Elite Thought Leader for Trade Marks – New Zealand\, 2025. Nick has published over 50 articles on New Zealand IP law and practice.  He has also taught New Zealand trade mark law and practice (post-graduate/Masters) at the University of Melbourne School of Law for the last 20 years. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/protect-position-profit-the-ip-formula-for-shareholder-value/
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SUMMARY:Bold Moves. Bolder (Women) Founders
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it takes to make that bold move? Hear from founders who have made bold moves in traditional industries and created impressive start ups.\n\n\nWhat does it take to make that bold move? The move that others didn’t expect or think possible. We talk with founders who have made bold moves in traditional industries to create amazing companies. Hear from bold women using an entrepreneurial mindset and a global outlook. Join us for this fireside chat. \n\n\n\n\nFree\nThis is a free event — registration coming soon \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPam Ford\nGeneral Manager of Economic Development Office at Auckland Council\n\nPam leads Auckland Council’s Economic Development Office\, with a focus on delivering better outcomes for Aucklanders. The Economic Development Office develops and delivers strategy to grow prosperity across the region — attracting business and international investment\, supporting climate innovation\, growing key industries\, and leading place-based economic masterplanning. All of this supports a thriving\, inclusive economy for Auckland’s diverse communities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
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SUMMARY:Holding It Together: The Human Side of Startups
DESCRIPTION:Being a founder is tough; relentless pressure\, blurred boundaries\, and the constant push to deliver. In this session\, we’ll get real about the challenges and share practical ways to stay well while building big. From setting boundaries to finding support\, join us for honest stories and smart strategies to prevent burnout and stay grounded.\n\n\nIn this honest and practical session\, we’ll shine a light on the real mental health challenges founders face and the strategies that actually help. From setting boundaries and building support systems to managing stress and staying connected to purpose\, you’ll hear lived experiences from founders who’ve navigated the highs and lows of the journey. \nThis session isn’t just about wellness\, it’s about sustainable leadership\, long-term resilience\, and building startups that don’t come at the cost of your health. \n\n\n\n\nFree\nThis is a free event – register below \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarshall Couper\nCEO at Loffty\n\nMarshall is an entrepreneur and Co-founder of Loffty\, a mental health platform aimed at uplifting millions through comprehensive\, accurate assessment and then referral to appropriate digital solutions and mental health professionals. He blends three decades of experience in startups\, venture capital and business advisory across the mental health and SaaS sectors. Marshall is a proud ambassador for THE REAL Mental Health Foundation. \n\n\n\n\nDr Angela Lim\nDoctor\, CEO & Co-founder at Clearhead\n\nAngela is a serial healthtech entrepreneur and the founder of Clearhead\, a digital mental health platform. With a background as a paediatric doctor at Auckland Hospital\, Angela brings a deep understanding of clinical care\, combined with a passion for innovation and system-level change. She has held roles across the New Zealand healthcare system\, including with the Ministry of Health and on several national and local health boards — particularly in healthcare information technology. Angela has led multiple research projects across biomedical and population health domains\, and her work continues to champion integrated\, consumer-centric healthcare solutions. \n\n\n\n\nAlex Bartley Catt\nFounder at Spacetime\n\nAlex has a background in software\, product design and psychology and has spent years at the intersection of tech and human behaviour. He is the author of Less Screen\, More Life\, a practical\, personal\, and research-backed guide to reclaiming attention\, privacy\, and peace of mind in a progressively digital world. Drawing from his own story and professional insight\, Alex helps readers find a more balanced relationship with tech – one that enhances\, rather than inhibits\, the way we live. \n\n\n\n\nBridget Unsworth\nChief Executive Officer at Angel Association New Zealand\n\nBridget is an active angel investor and a member of Angel HQ. Previously she was Investment Director for New Zealand Growth Capital Partners (NZGCP)’s Aspire Fund and has worked in the venture capital\, private equity and angel investment sectors in London and New Zealand. She is on the boards of TracPlus Global and Invest South. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/holding-it-together-the-human-side-of-startups/
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SUMMARY:How to Build a Unicorn
DESCRIPTION: 9:00 am to 11:00 am\n GridAKL / John Lysaght\n Mahesh Muralidhar\n\n\nStarting Out\nScaling Up\nAdopt\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat does it really take to build a high-growth\, globally competitive startup?\n\n\nIn this candid\, high-impact talk\, Mahesh Muralidhar — one of the first 25 team members at Canva and now CEO of Phase One Ventures — breaks down the core ingredients behind world-class startups. Drawing from firsthand experience scaling Canva from just 25 people to over 300\, and backing dozens of Kiwi founders through Phase One (where 85% have raised institutional capital)\, Mahesh shares what separates enduring startups from the rest. You’ll walk away with practical frameworks and hard-earned insights across: \n\nProduct: How to build something your customers truly love\nTeam: What makes a founding team click — and endure\nCapital: How to raise the right capital\, at the right time\, from the right investors\nGrowth: Why 5% week-on-week growth is the bar — and how to reach it\n\nWe’ll also share lessons from some of the most exciting Kiwi startups including VXT\, Extraordinary\, NextWork and Ivo.ai — all on the journey to scale globally.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMahesh Muralidhar\nFounder & CEO at Phase One Ventures\n\nMahesh is a startup executive and venture capitalist who was an early leader at Canva\, serving as its first Chief People Officer during its early growth phase. He went on to hold key C-suite roles in several high-growth Australian startups. He is now the founder and CEO of Phase One Ventures\, backing ambitious Kiwi founders — 85% of whom are globally venture-backed. Born in Asia and raised in Singapore\, Mahesh moved to New Zealand on his own at age 14. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/how-to-build-a-unicorn/
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SUMMARY:Scaling Startups: People Before Product
DESCRIPTION:Talent is a startup’s greatest asset\, but also its biggest challenge. This session explores the art and process of recruiting\, onboarding\, and rewarding team members\, especially as startups scale into international markets.\n\n\nHear from startup leaders who’ve navigated the complexities of international hiring\, remote team building\, and culture scaling. We’ll explore practical tactics for recruiting top talent\, onboarding across time zones\, fostering inclusive cultures\, and creating reward systems that attract and retain world-class people. \nWhether you’re expanding offshore\, managing hybrid teams\, or simply planning your next hire\, this session offers invaluable insight into how to build teams that scale with your vision. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJack Coleman\nCo-Founder of Double Yolk\n\nJack is the Co-founder of Double Yolk\, a New Zealand startup that helps businesses scale by connecting them with top offshore talent. After growing the company into one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing startups\, recognised on the Deloitte Fast 50 — Double Yolk was acquired by global firm Outsourced in 2024. With a background in both entrepreneurship and corporate leadership\, Jack brings practical insight into the highs and lows of startup life\, building strong teams\, and navigating business acquisition. He’s passionate about founder resilience\, hiring with intention\, and learning through the journey. \n\n\n\n\nKeren Phillips\nStartup Aotearoa Coach and former Co-Founder of Weirdly\n\nKeren Phillips is the ecosystem coordinator and lead advisor for Startup Aotearoa’s Auckland branch. She also works within the Auckland Council team designing support programmes and initiatives for the startup community. Previously\, she was the co-founder and VP Marketing of HRTech software\, Weirdly. Her experience spanning SME and startup leadership\, brand\, and business strategy development across a range of industry sectors helps inform her coaching work with NZ’s most exciting cohort of emerging founders. \n\n\n\n\nJeanelle Ooi\nPrincipal Talent & People Experience Partner at Auror\n\nJeanelle brings over a decade of experience in talent and hiring at Auror. She joined shortly after its Series B to help grow and scale the team globally. Since then\, Auror has expanded to more than 250 people across four markets. As Principal Talent & People Experience Partner\, Jeanelle’s role spans the entire people experience: from attracting and hiring great talent\, to supporting performance\, learning and development. She’s deeply passionate about DEIB and creating inclusive\, high-performing environments where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. \n\n\n\n\nLauren Peate\nFounder and CEO at Multitudes\n\nLauren Peate is the CEO and founder of Multitudes\, which measures the impact of AI on engineering delivery. She’s focused her career on using data to support people\, including as the founder of Ally Skills NZ\, a consultancy helping global tech companies improve team performance\, and as a consultant for Bain & Co in San Francisco\, translating numbers into insights for Fortune 500 tech companies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/scaling-startups-people-before-product/
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SUMMARY:Raising $20M: A Real Founder’s Playbook for Capital in New Zealand
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the behind the scenes playbook from raising $20 million+ across angels\, private investors\, and institutions\n\n\nIn this masterclass\, Jovan Pavlicevic shares the behind the scenes playbook from raising $20 million+ across angels\, private investors\, and institutions – what worked\, what didn’t\, and what every founder needs to know before they fundraise. \nYou’ll hear about: \n\nHow to get investor attention (without hype)\nCommon traps and how to avoid them\nThe good\, the bad\, and the dilution\nReal tactics you can actually use\nBring your questions. Leave with a game plan.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJovan Pavlicevic\nCo-founder of Emerge & SquareOne\n\nJovan is a veteran founder with a track record of building and scaling businesses across New Zealand and the UK. He’s currently Co-founder of Emerge\, a challenger to the banking status quo with the goal of reshaping the way Kiwi businesses manage money\, and SquareOne\, a financial app helping equip the next generation with modern money skills. Before launching in fintech\, Jovan founded and exited Forest Group. He grew the London-based agency from scratch to a 25-person team and seven-figure revenue\, navigating investment rounds\, a management buyout\, and an eventual acquisition.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/raising-20m-a-real-founders-playbook-for-capital-in-new-zealand/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:The Founders' Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The Founders’ Clinic is your chance to sit down one-on-one with some of Aotearoa’s top startup advisors in a fast-paced\, high-impact session.\n\n\nWhether you’re just getting started or facing a roadblock on your founder journey\, this energising Auckland Startup Week event at GridAKL gives you access to expert insights to help you get unstuck\, validate ideas\, and build the right connections. \nYou’ll have a series of 15-minute clinics with seasoned mentors\, tailored to help you tackle real challenges and move your startup forward. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvisory panel\n\n\n\nSean Wallendorf\nCFO at Naked Balance\n\nSean is a highly skilled Chartered Accountant with a passion for helping entrepreneurs. His technical expertise and personable approach make him the perfect partner for businesses looking to take their financial management to the next level. With a can-do attitude\, Sean creates a supportive environment where entrepreneurs can ask questions and receive guidance without judgement. He is committed to uncomplicating the world of numbers\, making it accessible and manageable for all. \n\n\n\n\nDavid Claridge\nCustomer Navigator at Callaghan Innovation\n\nDavid is a navigator based in Auckland who works with inventors\, scientists\, and engineers to help turn ideas into successful ventures. Driven by a desire to boost New Zealand’s economic wellbeing by creating better jobs\, David’s supported companies that now employ 20–50 people in high-quality roles. In 2020 alone\, he secured $10 million in R&D funding for more than 80 ventures\, enabling $20 million in total investment. \n\n\n\n\nBrendan Boughen\nMedia Lead at FoundrPR\n\nBrendan is an experienced public relations consultant who’s worked with tech companies and organisations including Microsoft\, Gen-i\, Technology Investment Network\, and Worldline. He combines deep communications expertise with a passion for innovation\, helping businesses tell their stories effectively while navigating the path from R&D to commercial success. Brendan is also a skilled writer\, creative strategist\, cartoonist\, and startup mentor\, with a strong belief in the power of storytelling to drive growth and impact. \n\n\n\n\nRudi Bublitz\nCompany Director at Rudi2Wings\n\nRudi is an Auckland-based angel investor\, business advisor\, and independent director. He has invested in more than 30 Kiwi startups and led a collaborative\, no‑fees investment model that has generated significant returns and ecosystem impact. As the driving force behind ADI (Angel Drop In) clinics\, Rudi has given thousands of founders expert advice\, combining lean startup methodology\, funding strategy\, governance guidance\, and candid industry commentary. \n\n\n\n\nKeren Phillips\nStartup Aotearoa Coach and former Co-Founder of Weirdly\n\nKeren Phillips is the ecosystem coordinator and lead advisor for Startup Aotearoa’s Auckland branch. She also works within the Auckland Council team designing support programmes and initiatives for the startup community. Previously\, she was the co-founder and VP Marketing of HRTech software\, Weirdly. Her experience spanning SME and startup leadership\, brand\, and business strategy development across a range of industry sectors helps inform her coaching work with NZ’s most exciting cohort of emerging founders. \n\n\n\n\nCalvin Luo\nSenior Associate at Hudson Gavin Martin\n\nCalvin specialises in corporate law and has extensive experience in private equity and venture capital mergers and acquisitions. He advises on corporate transactions such as business sales and acquisitions\, corporate restructures\, capital raisings\, joint ventures\, shareholder agreements and employee share schemes. \n\n\n\n\nCraig Adams\nCustomer Navigator at Callaghan Innovation\n\nCraig has a strong background in the commercialisation of R&D\, with experience as both an engineer and R&D manager\, as well as a business improvement consultant specialising in LEAN and Agile methodologies. He has supported innovative companies to access government support and has a proven track record in science and innovation\, including new product development for technology firms and funding organisations. \n\n\n\n\nEdwin Lim\nPartner at Hudson Gavin Martin\n\nEd lives and breathes tech and leverages his qualifications and experience to provide technical\, commercial and legal advice. Passionate about giving back to the industry\, Ed holds and has held board positions for the NZ Software Association\, NZ Game Developers Association\, and The Law Association Technology Law Committee. Ed is also a judge for the NZ Hi-Tech awards. \n\n\n\n\nJonathan Tan\nSenior Investment Analyst at GD1\n\nJonathan is a Senior Investment Analyst at GD1\, a venture capital firm\, working closely with founders on fundraising\, pitch refinement\, and business strategy. With prior experience in Business Advisory and Corporate Finance\, he brings expertise across finance\, accounting\, and operations\, supporting portfolio companies as a versatile\, hands-on partner through growth. \n\n\n\n\nRichard Liew\nFounder of Startup NZ Entrepreneurs Programme\n\nRichard is creator of Startup NZ Entrepreneurs Programme\, and Founder and Editor of NZ Entrepreneur Magazine and APAC Innovator\, through which he helps inspire\, inform and educate thousands of Kiwi startup founders and SME business owners every month. Richard launched his first small software business at the age of 23 and got his first glimpse into the growing New Zealand startup community when working with one of the first startups at Auckland’s Icehouse incubator in 2002. He has experience across industries including recruitment and HR\, software\, sales training\, digital media\, advertising\, PR and online education. \n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
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SUMMARY:How to Partner with NZTE
DESCRIPTION:New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) | Te Taurapa Tūhono is the government agency that helps New Zealand businesses grow internationally.\n\n\nIn this session\, we’ll explore why exporting and internationalisation are vital to New Zealand’s economy\, when to start thinking about becoming an NZTE customer\, and what to expect when working with us. \nWe’ll also cover NZTE’s global network\, online resources\, events and workshops\, and the wider ecosystem of government and private sector partners we collaborate with to support internationalising businesses. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmma Lewis\nHead of Engaged Customers at NZTE\n\nEmma Lewis worked as a research biologist in Europe and the US before becoming a scientific advisor at a New York law firm. She started her journey with NZTE in New York\, working with NZ science-based exporters. She is now Head of Engaged Customers at NZTE\, leading the team that works with approximately 4000 early-stage exporters. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/how-to-partner-with-nzte/
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SUMMARY:The Fallacy of the Great Idea (And what to focus on instead)
DESCRIPTION:Keen to start a business? Do you have an idea already or are you still searching? Not sure what to do next? In this fun and interactive workshop\, entrepreneur and startup mentor Richard Liew shares key lessons to help new entrepreneurs turn their ideas into successful businesses or social enterprises.\n\n\nDrawing on 20+ years of startup experience\, mentoring and his interviews with hundreds of entrepreneurs as editor of NZ Entrepreneur magazine\, Richard will help you: Find a steady stream of new business ideas if you are still looking. Assess your ideas potential. Quickly assemble your business model. Prioritise the key business startup steps to give your idea the best chance of success. Develop your entrepreneur mindset to support your business building journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRichard Liew\nFounder of Startup NZ Entrepreneurs Programme\n\nRichard is creator of Startup NZ Entrepreneurs Programme\, and Founder and Editor of NZ Entrepreneur Magazine and APAC Innovator\, through which he helps inspire\, inform and educate thousands of Kiwi startup founders and SME business owners every month. Richard launched his first small software business at the age of 23 and got his first glimpse into the growing New Zealand startup community when working with one of the first startups at Auckland’s Icehouse incubator in 2002. He has experience across industries including recruitment and HR\, software\, sales training\, digital media\, advertising\, PR and online education. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/the-fallacy-of-the-great-idea-and-what-to-focus-on-instead/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Selling It: Three Roads to Startup Success
DESCRIPTION:Revenue is the lifeblood of every startup\, but sales strategies are as diverse as founders themselves. This session dives into three distinct sales approaches\, traditional\, referral-based\, and marketing-led\, offering tactical insights and lived experience from startup leaders.\n\n\nGain tactical insights into how different sales approaches work in real-world startup contexts\, what’s required to make them successful\, and how to evolve your strategy as your business grows. \nWhether you’re just starting out or scaling up\, this session is for founders\, marketers\, investors\, and anyone who wants a grounded\, honest look at the art of startup sales\, over good coffee and even better conversations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nAmy Stevens\nFounder of Slice\n\nAmy is the founder of Slice\, a platform making home ownership more accessible. With a background in law and financial advice\, Amy was driven by frustration with the opaqueness and complexity that comes with buying a home. Slice simplifies complex legal and financial concepts to empower people to secure their financial futures through home ownership. As a proud Māori business owner\, Amy is passionate about breaking down barriers and reconnecting communities with opportunity — proving that big impact can start with a simple idea and strong determination. \n\n\n\n\nAndrew Moseley\nAI Consultant at Supahuman AI\n\nAndrew is an AI Consultant at Supahuman AI\, where he helps businesses identify high-impact AI use cases and move forward with clarity. He leads practical workshops that align teams\, assess feasibility\, and connect technical potential with commercial value. Known for his grounded\, honest approach\, Andrew relies on trusted networks and sharp thinking to help organisations use AI in ways that actually make a difference. \n\n\n\n\nChun Chung\nAccount Manager at Emerge\n\nChun is an Account Manager at Emerge\, a digital-first alternative to traditional business banking in Aotearoa. Emerge is on a mission to make banking faster\, simpler and more transparent for Kiwi businesses — without being a bank (yet). Chun plays a key role in building trusted relationships with customers\, helping them navigate financial services with confidence and ease. His work is all about driving growth through great service and a bold\, customer-first approach. \n\n\n\n\nColart Miles\nManaging Partner at Praxxis Group\n\nColart helps organisations turn well-meaning plans into results they can actually track. As Managing Partner at Praxxis Group\, he leads a small team with a simple focus: cut through the chaos\, show what matters\, and make it easier. Their flagship platform\, OPAL3\, is used across public agencies and corporates. Armed with a computer science degree and MBA\, Colart’s work spans innovation programmes\, startup ecosystems\, and enterprise-scale delivery. He also mentors founders and judges the Auckland Business Awards. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/selling-it-three-roads-to-startup-success/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Startup Expo
DESCRIPTION:A high-energy showcase spotlighting Auckland’s most promising startups and visionary innovators. Demo Day brings together bold ideas and emerging technologies\, and future-focused founders that are shaping tomorrow.\n\n\nThis is a free event – get tickets below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\nGridAKL / John Lysaght\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland 1010 \n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght is more than just a workspace — it’s a thriving community of visionaries\, innovators and change-makers. GridAKL is home to a diverse mix of startups and small businesses working together to create solutions that make a difference.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/18862/
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/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Ask Groov: Unlocking the Future of Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:Join Groov this Mental Health Awareness Week for the launch of Ask Groov\, a first-of-its-kind\, government-endorsed AI tool designed to give every New Zealander a safe place to ask their own questions about mental health and wellbeing\, anytime\, anywhere. \n​This event brings together Minister for Mental Health Hon. Matt Doocey\, Sir John Kirwan\, Dr David Codyre\, and Groov CEO Matt Krogstad for a compelling conversation about the future of mental health support in Aotearoa. Together they’ll explore how prevention and early support can change lives\, how AI can be used safely in one of the country’s most pressing challenges\, and how Groov is making support accessible for the public while also helping workplaces act on real-time insights. \n​Join government\, clinical\, and business leaders as they introduce Ask Groov and share what this innovation means for individuals\, workplaces\, and the nation’s future. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght Startup Coworking space\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Auckland Central\, Auckland 1010\, New Zealand
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/ask-groov-unlocking-the-future-of-wellbeing/
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Reading Group: A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models \nJoin us at our next meetup to discuss the paper “A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models.” This session will focus on understanding context engineering as a critical component in developing robust LLM applications. \nThe paper we will be discussing\n“A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models” https://arxiv.org/abs/2507.13334 \nContext engineering is the process of precisely populating an LLM’s context window with relevant information for optimal performance. This involves integrating elements such as task descriptions\, few-shot examples\, retrieved data (RAG)\, multimodal inputs\, tool definitions\, and historical state. Effective context management is essential\, as insufficient or irrelevant information can degrade LLM performance\, while excessive context increases computational cost. This is a non-trivial aspect of LLM application development. \nContext engineering is a specific\, crucial part of a broader\, emerging software layer designed to coordinate individual LLM calls within complete LLM applications. This layer extends far beyond simple “wrappers\,” encompassing problem decomposition\, \ncontrol flow\, LLM dispatch\, generation-verification\, guardrails\, security\, and evaluation.\nPlease try to look at the paper before attending. This helps us have a more productive discussion as participants will have a shared foundational understanding. \nWho is this meeting for?\nThis meetup is for individuals interested in Data Science and Machine Learning\, particularly those involved in or curious about the architectural and engineering challenges of building LLM-powered applications. \nThe discussion will aim for an intermediate to advanced level. But we welcome attendees of all levels. \nDiscussion Format:\nWe will follow a reading group format\, providing an opportunity for attendees to share their insights and ask questions. Participants are welcome to pass if they prefer to listen. \nMeeting Schedule: \n\n6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Arrive / Informal Networking\n6:30 PM – 6:35 PM: Introductions\n6:35 PM – 7:25 PM: Discussion\n\n7:25 PM – 7:30 PM: Nominate and vote for the next meeting’s topic\n7:30 PM: Meeting Concludes\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/18789/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Interview Bootcamp: Real Practice. Live Feedback. Job-Ready Confidence
DESCRIPTION:The harsh truth? You only get one shot to impress. Are you ready? \nEvery year\, thousands of talented professionals or recent graduates lose opportunities—not because they lack skills\, but because they can’t sell themselves in the interview room. One awkward pause. One fumbled answer. One missed opportunity to stand out. \nThe Go Bear Interview Bootcamp is a high-energy\, hands-on evening where grads and professionals move from nervous theory to confident job interview performance. \n  \nIn one evening\, you’ll gain what takes others months to learn: \n\nWatch real interview questions answered perfectly – See expert demonstrations of tough questions\, then learn the psychology behind winning answers\nGet your burning questions answered by recruiters – Direct access to the people who make hiring decisions\nMaster AI tools that 3x your interview prep – Learn the cutting-edge tools top candidates are using (and you’re not)\nPractice in a risk-free environment – Build confidence before the stakes are real\n\nDid I mention free pizza and beverages? \nWho This Is For: \n\nProfessionals preparing for their next career move\nRecent graduates facing their first job interviews\nAnyone tired of coming close but not landing the offer\nJob seekers who want an unfair advantage in a competitive market\n\n  \nThe Agenda: \n·       5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Pre-Workout Fuel & Networking with free pizza and beverages \n·       6:00 PM – 6:10 PM: Welcome + what to expect \n·       6:10 PM – 7:00 PM: The Recruiter Hot Seat – this is where the magic happens. You ask the tough questions\, and our panel answers them from a job-seeker’s perspective. We’ll deconstruct their answers live\, giving you a masterclass in interview strategy. \n·       7:00 PM – 7:45 PM: The Workout Rotation (3 x 15-min Rotations) \n·       Rotation 1: The Insider Insights Hub: Your chance for a direct Q&A with our recruiters and experts. Ask about red flags\, pet peeves\, and what truly impresses them. \n·       Rotation 2: The AI Advantage Lab: Get a hands-on demo of AI tools that will become your secret weapon for interview prep. \n·       Rotation 3: The Digital Suite: Build skills\, get support\, and plan your next steps – all in one place. Free tools and personalised guidance for every stage. \n·       7:45 PM – 8:00 PM: Cool-Down & Relax
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/interview-bootcamp-real-practice-live-feedback-job-ready-confidence/
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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/2025-10-09/
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/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Hardware Meetup NZ MedTech
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Medtech-iQ Tāmaki Makaurau\, we are excited to announce that our next Hardware Meetup NZ event will be held on 1st October 2025 at GridAKL in the CBD\, where we will showcase several companies leading the way in Innovation in MedTech. \nThis event will feature a fireside chat with founders and builders\, who are building interesting products from Aotearoa. Hear more about their products\, their journey so far and their dreams for the future. \nOur events are designed to bring together a wide range of the community\, from startup founders and execs\, to subject-matter experts\, investors\, students and general startup enthusiasts not only in Auckland but from all around NZ. \nA live-stream will be available – you can register to be sent the link prior to the event start-time. \nDate and time\nWednesday 1st October\n5:30pm – 8:30pm \nVenue: GridAKL\, Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St West\, Wynyard Qtr Auckland \nCost: $20 / $15 students (+ processing fees) \nFood: pizza\, snacks and non-alcoholic drinks \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker 1: Bryon Wright\nKitea Health\nBryon Wright is the Chief Technical Officer at Kitea Health and is a bioengineer with over 20 years of experience working on academic and commercial development of microscale technologies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker 2: Matt Wilson\nRespirAq\nMatt Wilson is Head of Product Development at RespirAq\, where he’s building a new respiratory humidification system to make this therapy more accessible to patients worldwide. With over a decade of experience leading the design and development of complex medical from early prototype to market. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker 3: David White\nGoodair\nDavid White is Chief Science Officer at Goodair\, where he is leading research and validating new markets for their Nosebuds nasal wearble technology. With over 25-years of nasal research and breathing device design\, David has a strong background in biomedical engineering and industrial design which has been focussed on the development of new and innovative breathing technologies that utilise the body’s inate ability to adapt and resolve health challenges. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMC: Mikayla Stokes\nMikayla Stokes is a mechatronics engineer at Crown Equipment making autonomous forklifts. She loves using tech to make cool wearable things like a light-up dress or 3D printed earrings. She’s passionate about creating an inclusive community where any kid can pursue a future in STEM\, and is the two time overall female winner of the BrightSparks inventing competition.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/hardware-meetup-nz-medtech/
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SUMMARY:Auckland Bootstrapper's Breakfast / September 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Next GridAKL Bootstrappers with Helen Steemson! \nWhat’s Bootstrappers’ Breakfast? \nA relaxed\, founder-focused breakfast series where entrepreneurs share experiences\, swap ideas\, and learn from each other\, all over coffee and croissants. \nEach month we invite a guest founder or expert to spark the conversation with insights you can apply right away in your own startup journey. \n  \nThis Month’s Guest: Helen Steemson \n \nDirector\, Copywriting & Courses – Words for Breakfast \nHelen is one of New Zealand’s most well-regarded copywriting trainers\, working with teams from some of the country’s top startups\, corporates\, and delivering the Marketing Association’s most popular courses. \nMore recently\, she’s been helping founders and writers unlock the power of AI tools to make their writing sharper\, more authentic\, and more impactful. \nAt this Bootstrappers’ Breakfast\, Helen will help founders: \n\nFind their authentic voice – move beyond the technical pitch to tell the real story of your venture.\nConnect with audiences – speak in a way that makes you seen and remembered.\nUse AI wisely – learn how different AI tools can complement your voice\, the dos and don’ts\, and how not to get lost in “Wikipedia/ChatGPT-lingo.”\n\nWhy You Should Come \nAs a founder\, it’s easy to get stuck in the technical details of your product. But your story — told with clarity\, authenticity\, and confidence — is what helps customers\, investors\, and partners connect with you. \nThis session is designed for entrepreneurs who want to: \n\nCommunicate their journey in a way that resonates.\nBuild stronger connections with customers and supporters.\nExplore practical ways to make AI work for them\, not against their authenticity.\n\nEvent Details \n\n📅 Tuesday\, 30 September 2025\n⏰ 7:30 – 8:30 AM\n📍 GridAKL / Lysaght – 101 Pakenham Street West\, Wynyard Quarter (Opposite Woolworths Metro)\nFormat: Coffee\, croissants\, and conversation. Short intro from Helen\, followed by Q&A and group discussion.\n\nCome hungry — for ideas and for breakfast.
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DESCRIPTION:Reading Group: A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models \nJoin us at our next meetup to discuss the paper “A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models.” This session will focus on understanding context engineering as a critical component in developing robust LLM applications. \nThe paper we will be discussing\n“A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models” https://arxiv.org/abs/2507.13334 \nContext engineering is the process of precisely populating an LLM’s context window with relevant information for optimal performance. This involves integrating elements such as task descriptions\, few-shot examples\, retrieved data (RAG)\, multimodal inputs\, tool definitions\, and historical state. Effective context management is essential\, as insufficient or irrelevant information can degrade LLM performance\, while excessive context increases computational cost. This is a non-trivial aspect of LLM application development. \nContext engineering is a specific\, crucial part of a broader\, emerging software layer designed to coordinate individual LLM calls within complete LLM applications. This layer extends far beyond simple “wrappers\,” encompassing problem decomposition\, \ncontrol flow\, LLM dispatch\, generation-verification\, guardrails\, security\, and evaluation.\nPlease try to look at the paper before attending. This helps us have a more productive discussion as participants will have a shared foundational understanding. \nWho is this meeting for?\nThis meetup is for individuals interested in Data Science and Machine Learning\, particularly those involved in or curious about the architectural and engineering challenges of building LLM-powered applications. \nThe discussion will aim for an intermediate to advanced level. But we welcome attendees of all levels. \nDiscussion Format:\nWe will follow a reading group format\, providing an opportunity for attendees to share their insights and ask questions. Participants are welcome to pass if they prefer to listen. \nMeeting Schedule: \n\n6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Arrive / Informal Networking\n6:30 PM – 6:35 PM: Introductions\n6:35 PM – 7:25 PM: Discussion\n\n7:25 PM – 7:30 PM: Nominate and vote for the next meeting’s topic\n7:30 PM: Meeting Concludes\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there.
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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/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Building your Startup Operating & Fundraising System\, with Notion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive\, interactive workshop designed for startup founders\, operators\, builders & enthusiasts in Auckland\, New Zealand! This is our first-ever workshop! \n​In this session\, you’ll learn how to leverage Notion to build powerful systems that streamline your operations and accelerate your fundraising efforts. \n​🚀 What you’ll learn: \n\n\n​How to build a foundational Startup Operating System in Notion that brings clarity to your team’s workflows\, such as projects\, tasks\, docs & meeting notes. \n\n\n​Create a Fundraising Command Centre that organises your investor pipeline\, pitch materials\, data room and due diligence documents. \n\n\n​Leverage Notion AI to generate investor research\, craft compelling pitch narratives\, and automate repetitive tasks \n\n\n​Connect with fellow founders and share best practices for your company. \n\n\n​🔧 Who should attend: \n\n\n​Startup founders and co-founders looking to build scalable operational systems \n\n\n​Team leads who want to improve collaboration and documentation \n\n\n​Entrepreneurs preparing for fundraising who need to organise their investor documents & strategy \n\n\n​🎙 Hosted by: Alex Dam – Startup Market Lead\, APAC @ Notion \n​Interactive workshop\n​This hands-on workshop will include live demonstrations\, interactive elements\, and actionable templates you can implement immediately. You’ll leave with practical tools to help your startup operate more efficiently and raise capital more effectively. \n\n​💻 IMPORTANT – Please bring your laptops as this is an interactive workshop \n\n\n​Agenda\n​5:30 PM – Guest Arrival\, Networking\, and Refreshments \n​6:00 PM – Opening Remarks and Workshop Begins \n​6:00-6:30 PM – Masterclass: Building your Startup OS in Notion \n​6:60-7:00 PM – Fundraising on Notion: Building the tools you need to raise your next round \n​7:00 PM onward – Open Networking and Close \n\n​About the speaker\n\n\nAlex Dam is the Startup Market Lead for APAC @ Notion. Previously\, he spent 3.5 years as a Venture Capital Principal for a $36 million fund.\n\n\n​🎁 Bonus Free Goodie Bag\n​We’re giving away 6 months of Notion’s Business plan for free – $12\,000 worth of Notion for this workshop!\n​👉 Apply now to get up to 6 months of Notion’s Business plan with Notion AI included\n\n​About Notion\n​​​Startups move fast. That’s why thousands of startups all around the world choose to build on Notion. In one place\, you can organise\, plan\, and execute – whether you’re managing investor outreach\, documenting key decisions\, or scaling operations. Ship quickly\, stay aligned\, and scale efficiently in one connected AI workspace. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\nGridAKL / John Lysaght Startup Coworking space\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Auckland Central\, Auckland 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Migrants in Tech Auckland #17
DESCRIPTION:About this event\nThis time\, the focus is all about networking and getting to know fellow migrants in tech. It’s a great opportunity to expand your connections\, share experiences\, and be part of our growing community. \nThe event will be casual\, fun\, and family-friendly – a welcoming space to connect with others. Pizza and beverages will be provided. \n— \nMore about Migrants in Tech \nThis meet-up was created for migrants based Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland interested in joining the region’s growing tech sector. It’s a safe space where you can connect with fellow newcomers and the local tech community. \n  \nWhy should you join us? \n✨ Meet and chat with other newcomers \n✨ Get insights and valuable advice from local tech leaders and start-ups \n✨ Learn about Auckland’s tech ecosystem\, sub-sectors\, opportunities and more! \n✨ Chat about what living and working in Auckland is like and make new connections! \n  \nMigrants in Tech Auckland Meet-Up is proudly hosted by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited\, Auckland’s economic and cultural agency. Learn more about our work to facilitate connection and create a community for new migrants in Auckland’s growing tech sector here. \n\n\n\nPowered by\nTickets for good\, not greedHumanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity \n\n\nLocation\n\n\nGridAKL/John Lysaght\n\n101 Pakenham Street West\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010\, New Zealand\n\n\nGet directions\n\n\n\n\nRefund policy\nNo refunds
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/migrants-in-tech-auckland-17/
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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/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:GridAKL Lysaght Building\, 101 Pakenham St W\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Auckland D365 Business Central User Group September Edition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our September Auckland Dynamics 365 Business Central User Group Event! \nThis month’s event features two expert-led sessions from demystifying Business Central APIs to a beginner-friendly jumpstart with Power BI. \nEvent Schedule:\n5:00 PM – Doors Open\, Networking & Bites\n5:45 PM – Making Sense of Business Central API’s Presented by Tim Davies\n6:30 PM – Refreshments & Networking Break\n6:45 PM – Power BI for Beginners in Business Central Presented by Soheil Bakhshi \n📅 Tuesday\, 16 September 2025\n📍 GridAKL / John Lysaght Event Venue\, Auckland CBD\n🕔 Doors open at 5:00 PM | In-person only \nAs always\, there’ll be pizza and great conversations. Come along and be part of the growing BC community in Auckland! \nJoin us whether you’re a BC user\, consultant\, developer\, architect\, or admin\, this is the place to connect\, learn\, and collaborate with the Auckland BC community. \nOur meetups are in-person only and held every third Tuesday of the month.
URL:https://gridakl.com/event/auckland-d365-business-central-user-group-september-edition/
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DESCRIPTION:Reading Group: A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models \nJoin us at our next meetup to discuss the paper “A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models.” This session will focus on understanding context engineering as a critical component in developing robust LLM applications. \nThe paper we will be discussing\n“A Survey of Context Engineering for Large Language Models” https://arxiv.org/abs/2507.13334 \nContext engineering is the process of precisely populating an LLM’s context window with relevant information for optimal performance. This involves integrating elements such as task descriptions\, few-shot examples\, retrieved data (RAG)\, multimodal inputs\, tool definitions\, and historical state. Effective context management is essential\, as insufficient or irrelevant information can degrade LLM performance\, while excessive context increases computational cost. This is a non-trivial aspect of LLM application development. \nContext engineering is a specific\, crucial part of a broader\, emerging software layer designed to coordinate individual LLM calls within complete LLM applications. This layer extends far beyond simple “wrappers\,” encompassing problem decomposition\, \ncontrol flow\, LLM dispatch\, generation-verification\, guardrails\, security\, and evaluation.\nPlease try to look at the paper before attending. This helps us have a more productive discussion as participants will have a shared foundational understanding. \nWho is this meeting for?\nThis meetup is for individuals interested in Data Science and Machine Learning\, particularly those involved in or curious about the architectural and engineering challenges of building LLM-powered applications. \nThe discussion will aim for an intermediate to advanced level. But we welcome attendees of all levels. \nDiscussion Format:\nWe will follow a reading group format\, providing an opportunity for attendees to share their insights and ask questions. Participants are welcome to pass if they prefer to listen. \nMeeting Schedule: \n\n6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Arrive / Informal Networking\n6:30 PM – 6:35 PM: Introductions\n6:35 PM – 7:25 PM: Discussion\n\n7:25 PM – 7:30 PM: Nominate and vote for the next meeting’s topic\n7:30 PM: Meeting Concludes\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there.
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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/2025-09-11/
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