Virtual reality could be the future of market research
SARA BARKERAUGUST 14, 2018 Source bizEDGE NZ Massey University PhD candidate Alexander Schnack says virtual reality (VR) might be the future of marketing research – and he created his…
Lightning Lab Govtech Accelerator Bootcamp Launches in Wellington today.
The Accelerator Bootcamp will help teams prepare for the inaugural Lightning Lab GovTech, launching Monday 20th of August 2018. [Wellington, New Zealand, 13 August 2018] Creative HQ is bringing together teams…
The Startup Breakfast Club…hosted by Ministry of Awesome
The Startup Breakfast Club is your monthly morning caffeine hit where you’ll find valuable social networks, gain insight, and find support to power your venture forward. WHEN: 30 Aug 2018 7:00…
Tech Activator Sessions #34
Ministry of Awesome’s Tech Activator Sessions are made up of 20-minute mentoring sessions where tech entrepreneurs of all sizes and stages talk through their tech startup, venture or idea. You’ll…
NZ’s game development industry is booming – and it needs you
Source FutureFive NZ New Zealand’s game development industry is booming, with both exports and employment in the sector climbing rapidly over the last year. Not only has employment in the…
Community101- One & Done
One & DoneHosted by Community101 3.30-4.30pm Come and network with the community101 members. Finish the week on a fun and positive note with your colleagues. This event is held every…
Community101 Lunch and Learn
Lunch & Learn Aug 2, 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch & Learn is a free workshop for professionals, held the first week of every month. This is an opportunity…
Tech Activator Sessions #34
Ministry of Awesome’s Tech Activator Sessions are made up of 20-minute mentoring sessions where tech entrepreneurs of all sizes and stages talk through their tech startup, venture or idea and…
Limitless Conference 2018 1/2/3 August
The Limitless Conference was launched in 2016, as the flagship program of the Limitless Charitable Trust. Limitless exists with a mission to equip young people to lead lives of…
Three ways of addressing the IT ‘skills gap’ in New Zealand
As we all know, recruitment in New Zealand is notoriously difficult, particularly in the technology industry. New Zealand needs to educate or import thousands more information technology workers each year…
From local to global: Verizon Connect celebrates its Christchurch roots
From its roots as a local Christchurch business to a multinational enterprise, tech firm Verizon Connect says Christchurch will always be its home. Verizon Connect, formerly called Telogis, has offices…
Be part of the change — Duncan Cotterill invite you to join us at our breakfast panel to discuss social enterprise as a vehicle for sustainability
Thursday 2 August, 7:30am – 9:30am Duncan Cotterill, 148 Victoria Street, Christchurch We are excited to be joined by: Rebecca Mills Founder/Managing Director of The Lever Room Samantha Jones Founder/CEO…
Hi-Growth Launch Programme 2018 – Showcasing extraordinary business talent by ChristchurchNZ
DATE AND TIME Tue. 24 July 2018 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm NZST LOCATION -The Piano -The Philip Carter Concert Hall, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch Central July 24 will be…
Effectus announces new General Manager
For the last 11 years Effectus has built a strong presence in IT Management & Governance Consulting throughout New Zealand of which I am very proud. When we celebrated our…
EPIC Westport – NEM Blockchain Developer Event
NEM Blockchain Training event 26th & 27th July 2018 (2)EPIC Westport Blockchain Event We have Senior NEM members and Engineers from Malaysia holding a training event in Westport at the…
The Philippines could be NZ’s next big export market, says tech entrepreneur
Kiwi businesses that are on the path to expanding their export potential overseas are missing out on a wealth of potential if they overlook the Philippines, says one New Zealand…
Hi-Growth Launch Programme Graduation evening
Join us to find out more about the 2017 Hi-Growth Launch Programme graduates. The evening will feature tradeshow exhibitions, presentations from the graduating businesses and keynote speech ‘Every brand has a…
Official Boma New Zealand Launch | Christchurch 2018
Sign up for more info or to attend a launch event in Christchurch, Wellington or Auckland Tune into the global launch, live from Paris on Friday, 6 July at 4:45am NZST…
Alexia Hilbertidou-10 Changemakeher workshops free to Christchurch.
Alexia is in Christchurch thanks to the generosity of EPIC Innovation, led by Wil McLellan and Colin Andersen. EPIC is committed to lifting participation of young people in technology and…
Girlboss Founder At Rangi Ruru Girls’ School on Monday
How Did She Make the Queen Laugh at An Awards Ceremony in London This Week? “You’re doing good work.” That’s what 19-year-old Alexia Hilbertidou was told by Queen Elizabeth at…
NASA’s Antarctica and Space missions explored in Christchurch
A key member of one of NASA’s premier space programs will share his views on Space, the Antarctic and the technological revolution at an event in Christchurch this month. Zaheer…
WaiWatch, winner of MoA’s Future City Activator Event shows Awesome potential
WaiWatch, the winner of 8 teams competing at the Future City Activator Event recently hosted at EPIC by the Ministry of awesome (backed by Christchurch City Council and Canterbury Tech)…
Virtual Reality User Design for NZ Customs Service
EPIC’s VR/AR Studio Corvecto partners with Assurity to help the New Zealand Customs Service redesign their airport layout in Virtual Reality BizEDGE Recently wrote about the use of Corvecto’s VR…
Burnside High Visits Game Developer CerebralFix at EPIC
I got yet another email from Burnside High’s pesky technology teacher Steven Rodkiss a month or so ago asking us to ‘help the kids’ again the other day. I tell…
EPIC gets behind a new generation of Christchurch leaders
Christchurch is the latest forward-thinking city to host Smart Seeds, a global innovation program for young talent to tackle the region’s most pressing challenges. The EPIC Innovation Precinct in Manchester…
Coffee & Jam Tuesday 23 January at The Greenhouse
Our awesome partners are back with the FIRST C+J BACK FOR 2018! WHERE: The Greenhouse (146A Lichfield Street) WHEN: Tuesday 23 January, 12:30pm – 1:30pm Whilst EPIC undergoes renovations to make our…
Some awesome changes happening at EPIC
We are updating our events space to host even more exciting gatherings for you in future, while that’s in motion however we aren’t hosting any events until the renovations are…
Call for NZ Govt to establish Institute for Small Business
Businessman and social entrepreneur Tenby Powell, who chaired the government appointed Small Business Development Group for five years, is leading a call for the new Government to establish an Institute for…