Sam Gowen

Flying Kiwi Angels are active investors who bring know-how, connections and funding to NZ startups. Operating via a reverse sidecar model they can complete DD swiftly and will actively support successful applicants to raise all necessary funding by syndication with other angel groups or funds. Once fully funded they continue working with investee companies to ensure success. See also our newsletter fka.nz/news 🗞️

FlatMate Ventures is New Zealands first Student-run venture capital firm. Built to support the best up-and-coming student ventures in New Zealand.

The University of Auckland Investment Club is a student run investment society founded in 2009. It is now one of the largest clubs at the university with over 400 members and the largest investment related club in New Zealand. Students at all levels of understanding are invited to build their investment knowledge through student led tutorials, guest speaking events, and competitions, in a supportive environment. Our aim is to improve the practical financial education of our members, while developing networks with other like-minded students and those within the finance industry.

Return On Science bridges innovative science and research with commercial success in Aotearoa New Zealand. This programme has evolved into 5 domain-specific committees that deliver subject matter expertise, project validation, access to capital and strategic networking to transform publicly-funded research into market-ready solutions. Our 5 commitees cover the research landscape through: Agritech and Foodtech Biotech & Pharma Digital Technologies Medtech & Surgery Physical Sciences