Whatever sector, size or stage your business is at, Venture Taranaki’s team of Enterprise Advisors is here to help.
Find capability support, mentors, and R&D funding.
Discover resources for those in the idea stage or first year of business.
Is your enterprise investment-ready? Is investment the right pathway to help you get to the next level? Explore resources for your business.
Connect with Māori entrepreneurs, learn about Māori business in Taranaki, and find resources to help grow your enterprise in the spirit of whanaungātanga.
View the local business events calendar to find out what's coming up, including seminars, training, or workshops.
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Taranaki born and raised, Jenn has been with Venture Taranaki for over a decade, as a Business Advisor, Business Analyst, and Corporate Services Manager. With a background in journalism, marketing, and business development, she is passionate about helping enterprises in Taranaki grow. Outside the office, you’ll find Jenn racing mountain bikes and coaching kids at Mangamahoe Forest.
With a background in recruitment and human resources from UK, Australia, and NZ, Jane brings passion and experience to the team. As a talented connector, and big-picture thinker Jane enjoys being part of the growth of our region, its people, and enterprises. Jane considers it a privilege to be part of this amazing province. Away from the office she enjoys exploring Taranaki on her e-bike, going to the beach with her labradors, as well as being spoilt for choice for great places to drink coffee with friends.
Nick is the go-to person for businesses looking to develop new products, invest in research and development, or access support to help bring ideas to market. With more than 20 years’ international experience in new product development and innovation, Nick has delivered award-winning product designs to global markets . He h a s a master’s degree in design process innovation. When the surf is flat, Nick enjoys being able to help local startups get started and established companies grow.
Originally from Venezuela, Ronelba moved to Taranaki in 2012 with her family. She's an engineer with a master's degree in business admin and over 25 years of experience in the energy industry, project and stakeholder management, business planning, and digital marketing, bringing a unique blend of expertise to the team. Ronelba's enthusiasm lies in getting to know local businesses and supporting their growth journey. Away from the office, she loves cooking, meditating, and spending time with family and friends.
Hepa is a passionate advocate for Māori and indigenous economic development, bringing extensive experience working alongside iwi, hapū, Māori businesses and indigenous enterprises. Through his role supporting collaboration between Venture Taranaki, He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki, and Te Kotahitanga o Te Atiawa – Heps helps strengthen connections and pathways for pakihi Māori across the region.
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