AANZ Auckland Runway
23 October 2025
- Starting Out
- Ignite
Runway 2025 is a must-attend event for startups and investors. Dive into expert-led sessions held by experienced founders and early-stage investors. One- on-one investor speed dating. Wrap up with networking drinks and forge game-changing connections.
Join us for our last Runway event of 2025, set to take place in Auckland on Thursday 23 October. It promises a day brimming with invaluable insights, networking opportunities, and connections with both founders and investors. Geared towards early-stage startups and seasoned investors alike, Runway offers a unique chance to glean wisdom from those deeply entrenched in the startup ecosystem, sharing their firsthand experiences.
Delve into a number of immersive sessions designed to equip you with the knowledge needed to navigate the challenges of fundraising. Come prepared with your burning questions as our experts are ready to provide answers and guidance.
$99
Founder and member investor directors
$250
Non-member investor directors
Speaker panel
Ada Echetebu
Founder & Managing Partner at Norris Echetebu Law
Janine Grainger
CEO & Co-Founder at Easy Crypto
Sean Molloy
CEO & Co-founder at Ternary Kinetics
Jeremy Muir
Partner at MinterEllisonRuddWatts
Doug Parker
Founding Partner at Wavemaker
Bridget Unsworth
Chief Executive Officer at Angel Association New Zealand
Caroline Williams
Board Chair & Professional Director
Anand Reddy
Partner at PwC
Marty Kerr
Co-founder & Partner at New Zealand Fintech Fund
Rudi Bublitz
Company Director at Rudi2Wings
XB Pang
Investment Associate at WNT Ventures
Ronel Schodt
CEO & Co-Founder at Kai’s Education
Venue
Pipiri Lane
124 Halsey St, Wynyard Quarter, Auckland 1010
Pipiri Lane isn’t just a place to work or host — it’s a statement. Located in Wynyard Quarter, Auckland’s buzzing innovation hub, it’s New Zealand's first cross-laminated timber work and event space. With a 6 Star Green Star rating, Pipiri Lane is one of Auckland’s most sustainable buildings, representing a rare opportunity to align businesses with innovation, environmental responsibility and forward-thinking design.