launching soon
Aotearoa's first regional venture studio, systematically creating modern, revenue based companies that deliver both regional and financial returns. We don't wait for businesses to appear; we build them from scratch.
the challenge
Our talent drain
The Nelson/Tasman region is losing its young professionals and graduates due to a lack of high-value career paths. This exodus undermines economic growth and reinforces wage stagnation.
We can not expect change by relying on traditional sectors alone. Attracting and retaining young people requires fresh thinking and new business opportunities
our solution
A New Model for a New Era.
A Venture Studio is not a startup 'enabler' it's a startup builder. We play the role of Entrepreneur, Operator, AND Investor. We generate ideas, validate them, and recruit the founders and team to build companies from the ground up.
This hands-on model is growing globally as a way to deliver regional development.
our focus
Commercialising culture
We're in the businesses of the next era of entertainment - transforming
breakthrough ideas into commercial experiences that shape how the world plays,
competes and connects.
This includes high-growth sectors that can be accessed from anywhere in the world like the Creator Economy ($525bn by 2030), Gaming ($600bn by 2030) and Sports fan engagement ($600bn by 2030).
the regional advantage
Leveraging our strengths
Lower costs create a longer financial runway, regional networks provide strong support and a desirable lifestyle are all advantages for our region.
It's already happening here: Nelson-based Roblox studio Splitting Point has the #1 most-played game globally, proving world-leading success is possible from a small region.
Join us
Let's build the next era
Our mission is to systematically create companies that deliver well-paid careers for young people in the Nelson region.
To bring this vision to life, we are seeking foundational partners.