Selling It: Three Roads to Startup Success

Amy is the founder of Slice, a platform making home ownership more accessible. With a background in law and financial advice, Amy was driven by frustration with the opaqueness and complexity that comes with buying a home. Slice simplifies complex legal and financial concepts to empower people to secure their financial futures through home ownership. As a proud Māori business owner, Amy is passionate about breaking down barriers and reconnecting communities with opportunity — proving that big impact can start with a simple idea and strong determination.

Andrew is an AI Consultant at Supahuman AI, where he helps businesses identify high-impact AI use cases and move forward with clarity. He leads practical workshops that align teams, assess feasibility, and connect technical potential with commercial value. Known for his grounded, honest approach, Andrew relies on trusted networks and sharp thinking to help organisations use AI in ways that actually make a difference.

Chun is an Account Manager at Emerge, a digital-first alternative to traditional business banking in Aotearoa. Emerge is on a mission to make banking faster, simpler and more transparent for Kiwi businesses — without being a bank (yet). Chun plays a key role in building trusted relationships with customers, helping them navigate financial services with confidence and ease. His work is all about driving growth through great service and a bold, customer-first approach.

Colart helps organisations turn well-meaning plans into results they can actually track. As Managing Partner at Praxxis Group, he leads a small team with a simple focus: cut through the chaos, show what matters, and make it easier. Their flagship platform, OPAL3, is used across public agencies and corporates. Armed with a computer science degree and MBA, Colart’s work spans innovation programmes, startup ecosystems, and enterprise-scale delivery. He also mentors founders and judges the Auckland Business Awards.