Grand Ideas is an innovation challenge aimed at providing funding, support, and inspiration to Massey University students and staff who have 'grand ideas’. Winners can access up to $5000 in seed funding to further develop their ideas and all entrants are eligible for support from the ecentre and The Factory.

Since many tech-based startups exist and operate without a physical presence, maintaining a remote team can be a challenge. The good part is that there are a number of tools and techniques available in order to try and keep things as efficient as possible.

As a startup, you’ll find that learning the art of an effective pitch is important. There are a number of situations in which you’ll be called on to talk about your company, most notably when speaking with potential investors. However, having an effective pitch in your back pocket can be called on in a number of situations. Perhaps the most widely known, and effective, is the elevator pitch.