Grow your startup in Australia, Japan
Through our network, you can access international landing pad opportunities in Australia, the US, and Japan—opening doors to global markets, partnerships, and growth beyond New Zealand.
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- Going places: GridAKL provides startups with access to international landing pads through partnerships in Australia, the US, and Japan. The Trans-Tasman partnership with Stone & Chalk offers Kiwi startups 30 days of free desk space across Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, and the Denver Economic Development & Opportunity (DEDO) partnership grants startups 90 days of desk space and resources to grow between Auckland and Denver. In Japan, the Startup City Fukuoka partnership offers tailored landing pad opportunities based on business needs, providing resources and connections to help startups thrive in the Japanese market. These programs are designed to open doors to global markets, partnerships, and growth.
- Expert guidance: From free Market Ready programmes to Startup Aotearoa coaches, we’ve got the resources to help you level up. Whether you’re refining your pitch or scaling globally, our experts are here to back you.
- Community backing: Build alongside a thriving community of founders, CTOs, and creators. As the home of FinTechNZ, we connect you with sector-leading advice in one of the fastest-growing industries. Plus, you’ll find some of the coolest AI companies in town right here.
- Connections that count: Our connections become your connections. Meet angel investors, VCs, mentors, and partners in the spaces where deals happen—not in your kitchen.
- Innovation in action: Actively participate in founder meet-ups, hackathons, Market Ready programmes, and tailored events. These aren’t just gatherings—they’re where collaborations spark and startups grow.
HOW TO JOIN OUR STARTUP COMMUNITY
If you would like to know more about joining GridAKL to take advantage of all our services, please complete the form below, or pop in and see us at GridAKL / John Lysaght 101 Pakenham St W, Wynyard Qtr.
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