Business Networks are a powerful way to connect, collaborate and grow alongside other Māori entrepreneurs and professionals. Whether you're looking for advice, new opportunities, or simply to share your business journey, these networks offer a supportive environment grounded in whakawhanaungatanga — building relationships and community.
Click here to explore Māori Business Networks across Te Tai Hauāuru and start building connections that can help you and your business thrive.
Many iwi offer a wide range of support for business development and education, including funding opportunities, training programmes, networking connections, and cultural guidance. Whether you're starting a business, looking to grow, or seeking educational pathways, engaging with your iwi can open doors to valuable resources and support tailored to your needs.
Click here to explore Te Kāhui Māngai — Directory of Iwi and Māori Organisations. This tool is a valuable resource for anyone wanting to learn more about iwi, hapū and marae, and to connect with the right people and organisations across Aotearoa.
Māori Women’s Development Inc (MWDI) is a unique indigenous financial institution dedicated to supporting wāhine Māori and their whānau on their business and economic journeys. MWDI offers micro-loans, business coaching, and financial capability programmes, empowering Māori women to start, grow, or restructure their businesses and create lasting opportunities for themselves and their whānau.
Click here to learn more about Māori Women’s Development Inc and how they can support your business aspirations.
Poutama is an independent charitable trust dedicated to supporting Māori business development and fostering an environment for successful ventures and sustainable economic growth. Income generated from its investments allows Poutama to offer services and initiatives that help Māori businesses start, grow, and thrive.
Click here to learn more about Poutama and how they can support your business journey.
Te Puni Kōkiri, the Ministry of Māori Development, is the Government’s principal advisor on Māori wellbeing and development. Their Pakihi Māori – Māori Enterprise team is dedicated to supporting Māori businesses to grow and thrive, offering services designed by Māori, for Māori.
Click here to learn more about Te Puni Kōkiri and how they can support your business.
The Te Puni Kōkiri Cadetships programme supports employers to develop Māori cadets in permanent roles through structured mentoring, training, and development over a minimum of six months. Employers can receive up to $10,000 per cadet to help grow skills and create long-term career pathways.
Click here to learn more about the Cadetships programme.
