2025 PowerUp Accelerator Showcase
Congratulations to the six bold Taranaki startups who completed the 2025 PowerUp Accelerator Programme. The programme concluded on 26 June when the founders pitched live to investors, collaborators, and the community at the PowerUp Accelerator Showcase Night. The night attracted over 100 attendees online and in-person and generated valuable connections for each startup. This year's participants included:
- BOTALLOW: New Zealand’s first supplier of premium, cosmetic-grade tallow at scale.
- Elshaw: A natural solution for managing healthcare dressings and patches.
- ExplainIT: Transformational education tools for those who struggle with numbers.
- Her Strength: A science-based learning platform designed to help young female athletes thrive in sport.
- Rockpool Collective: Reimagining the future of aged care by building intergenerational communities.
- Zoa: International award-winning premium Vodka produced exclusively in Taranaki.
If you want to learn more about any of the startups or want to connect with the founders, please reach out to Natacha Dunn, Enterprise Programme Lead at Venture Taranaki.
The PowerUp Accelerator is a 10-week intensive business acceleration programme designed to fast-track the growth of high-potential, early-stage startups in Taranaki. With tailored mentorship, and a network of experts who can accelerate your journey, this programme provides the perfect launchpad for success.
The 2025 edition of the PowerUp Accelerator concluded on 26 June. Read the media announcement below to learn more about the Accelerator programme.
Meet the startups who completed the 2025 PowerUp Accelerator Programme.
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