Entrepreneur stories - Page 7
Optimizer HQ hires marketing officer in post-float push
Tue, 13th Dec 2011
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Optimizer HQ hires Cornelis Boertjens as chief marketing officer to bolster its brand globally following its recent listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
Top scientist's $40 billion pep talk
Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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Why New Zealand's economic prosperity depends on local companies growing global niche markets in the technology and telecommunications sectors.
Events for budding entrepreneurs
Wed, 12th Oct 2011
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Up-and-coming entrepreneurs set to boost their skills and network during Global Entrepreneurship Week, with events on Nov 15 and 18.
The business lunch question
Tue, 23rd Aug 2011
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A Kiwi entrepreneur is bringing LetsLunch, a US networking site for business lunches, to New Zealand, creating unique opportunities for corporate professionals.
The next Silicon Valley
Wed, 17th Aug 2011
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NZ launches bid to become the next Silicon Valley, offering funds and a San Francisco hub to boost tech entrepreneurs.
Errors spell disaster for online businesses
Mon, 15th Aug 2011
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Spelling and grammar errors can cripple online sales, says entrepreneur Charles Duncombe, who saw revenue double after correcting mistakes on his website.
Praise, criticism for NZ technology industry
Mon, 11th Jul 2011
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American entrepreneur Peter Thiel lauds New Zealand's tech talent and investments, yet faces critique from local engineers citing a lack of global perspective.
Massey incubator seeking new class
Tue, 31st May 2011
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Massey University's ecentreSprint seeks new applicants for its August intake, offering entrepreneurs a 12-week programme to refine and validate business ideas.
The Startup Genome
Mon, 30th May 2011
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A group of tech enthusiasts have released the Startup Genome report, revealing key traits and strategies that make startups and their founders successful.
Shape up or ship out
Tue, 1st Mar 2011
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Being a one-trick technologist doesn’t cut the mustard given that cloud computing demands broader business skills.
Show me the (business) plan
Fri, 17th Dec 2010
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Many entrepreneurs fail to navigate their business without a clear plan—akin to being lost in a new city without a map or GPS.
Nurture your IT baby
Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Organisations must treat IT as a critical asset, shaping their approach to align with strategic aspirations or risk hindering innovation and growth.