Partners
Key partnerships with specialist companies allow start ups to economically access a range of tailored services including patent preparation and filing, financial advice, pitching and presentation training, legal advice, engineering design and consultation services.
The Business Innovation Centre also has partnerships with John Anderson (CA), Pro Tech NZ, IEF Consultant Group (China), Augen and The Resources Guys as well as collaborative arrangements with AUT University professors and senior research fellows from the Faculty of Design & Creative Technologies, the Engineering Clinic, Faculty of Business and Law: Executive Education, Marketing and Business departments.
The centre has access to a range of investment streams including joint ventures, blue chip business partners and co-labs that add significant value to the centre's collaborative community. These partners provide a depth of expertise and access to communities of networks in business, financing, professional services, technology and many other areas.
Market entry planning and channels
Concept to Market can provide support for start up’s in 3 related areas:
1. IP valuation, market research, market entry planning, sales and marketing expertise, channels to market including licensing agreements - with an eye on IP protection;
2. organisational structure, identifying skill / expertise gaps, dealing with growth pains, business model testing, investment funding, grants, business case development, risk assessment and contingency planning, project management; and
3. technology assessment, validation and commercialisation, development pathways, management of technical teams involved in technology development and the commercialisation of innovative products and services.
Legal expertise
Chapman Tripp is a New Zealand law firm with offices in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, and clients located throughout New Zealand and across the world.
As one of the largest legal firms in the country they provide blue chip advice and expertise.
“We are passionate about assisting and advising early stage start ups of their legal needs and requirements to help ensure their successful growth in today’s business world.”
www.chapmantripp.co.nz
Legal expertise
A boutique law firm that is passionate about the commercialisation of technology and intellectual property. Because the firm specialises in these areas, it understands how important they are to a business and how correct use and exploitation of such rights is key to many businesses’ success.
The broad experience of the firm, and its network of other specialist service providers, means it is able to offer expert legal and commercial advice. It advises on almost all aspects of the exploitation and enforcement of technology and innovation, including the acquisition and sale of technology businesses, raising capital, the establishment and structure of start up businesses, licensing, franchising and all commercial arrangements as well as brand development and protection (for instance litigious matters involving copyright, passing off, Fair Trading Act and trade marks, including anti-counterfeiting).
Hudson Gavin Martin has welcomed the opportunity to work with the Business Innovation Centre to assist its start up companies grow and fulfill their maximum potential.
www.hgmlegal.com/
Specialist Intellectual Property Advice
James & Wells is one of New Zealand’s leading full service intellectual property practices. With offices in Auckland, Hamilton, Christchurch and Tauranga they have a strong focus on local business.
Start ups have access to specialist advice in the fields of patents, designs, copyright, trade marks and plant variety rights. James & Wells are committed to assisting their clients maximise growth through clever utilisation of intellectual property, and have a reputation for providing practical and comprehensible advice in this complex area of the law.
Engineering design and solutions provider
Procreate combines outstanding industrial design and practical engineering to help companies build extraordinary products with form and function in harmonious balance. Because their designers and engineers work hand-in-hand, the product is designed from the start to be functional, elegant, reliable and efficient to manufacture. They offer expertise across the entire product development lifecycle – from ideas and concepts through design and prototyping to finished, ready-to-ship products.
Communication and investment readiness training
Rogen is a leading global communication consultancy focused on the development of skills and strategies for high-stakes communications.
They provide start ups with invaluable training in the areas of powerful communication including presentation, pitching, negotiation, selling, client relationship development, new business development, facilitation, leadership and dealing with the media.
Financial strategy, planning and management
Grant Thornton have the skills and expertise to help entrepreneurs and start-ups manage their growth effectively – from cash flows to management reporting to full business plans they can help your business look forward and succeed in tomorrow’s environment.
The Privately Held Business team has a wealth of experience. Their knowledge and professional backgrounds enable them to provide innovative solutions, so you can be aware and make informed decisions about business opportunities and emerging issues.
The Corporate Finance team has significant expertise valuing early stage companies, preparing investment documentation and leading capital raising activities for young and growing companies.
The Tax Team helps new businesses to effectively manage their tax with support and advice which help to preserve value, manage tax risks and eliminate unexpected tax surprises.
Resourceful services for technology innovators
The Resources Guys Ltd is a technology growth acceleration company with services based around technology innovation, research, development and commercialisation with recognised expertise in securing government grants to grow capability and assist with funding core activities.
They have developed particular expertise in the establishment and development of advisory boards, a proven means of securing the perspective of an experienced team to help grow your business and the first step to establishing a formal board of directors.
www.trg.co.nz
International Association of Science Parks (IASP)
The IASP is the worldwide network of Science and Technology Parks. We connect Science Park professionals from across the globe and provide services that drive growth and effectiveness for our members.
Our members enhance the competitiveness of companies and entrepreneurs of their cities and regions, and contribute to global economic development through innovation, entrepreneurship, and the transfer of knowledge and technology.
The IASP is a NGO in Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations.
The IASP is a founding member of the World Alliance for Innovation - WAINOVA.
