At 5:45 AM here in Auckland, the sun rose on New Zealand, on Global Entrepreneurship Week and on the entrepreneurial aspirations of millions of people around the world. I spoke to the Mayor of Gisborne, where the sun rises first and congratulated him on his distinction of hosting the first event of more than 13,000 to happen over the next 7 days. I also joined the morning TV shows - including ASB Business.

After gathering to witness the sunrise, we headed to Assa’s Deli - a new business that opened at sunrise on Simon Street where I had the honour of being the first customer. Thank you Assa! Zealand ranks as one of the easiest places to start a business - which is partly why why Assa who is from Israel chose to set up shop in Auckland. While Global Entrepreneurship Week/New Zealand wants a wider base next year, Rob Acton (who has led the effort) should be proud of what lies ahead here this week. Thanks especially to our sponsors IBM for hosting a women and technology event and Ernst & Young for planning a cocktail party and a luncheon seminar this week.

New Zealand just elected a new Prime Minister, John Key who ran on cutting taxes, freeing up business regulation and outsourcing more public services - policies that often help encourage new start ups. John Key inherits an anticipated 5.7 per cent unemployment rate, declining tax revenues, weaker export demand and lower commodity and housing prices but he did not look glum this morning. Far from it - “Let the show begin” he said. I would like to think he was referring to Global Entrepreneurship Week. But if not, John, fear not, we are surrounding you with optimistic, “what’s your big idea”, “make your mark” Kiwis who exude plenty of confidence and hope - something every world leader could do with a dose of right now.

Good luck all. Watch for my next post from Sydney later today.

- Post Provided By Jonathan Ortmans
 

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Women's Enterprise Day- Panel/Round Table discussion -Auckland

Posted by:

Kirsty77  

Sponsored by:

Women in Technology

Event Description:
GEW is about entrepreneurship: Inspiring New Zealanders to have ideas and make then happen regardless of location. The focus is toward supporting an enterprise culture among New Zealanders in the broadest sense. This could be starting a business, influencing social entrepreneurial opportunities or by turning an idea into reality at work. It is about New Zealanders thinking big, turning ideas into reality and making their mark. Women's Enterprise Day is the 19th of November. In events generously sponsored by IBM, WIT is celebrating in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch by inviting a panel of exciting female entrepreneurs to share their experiences with us. In Auckland the panel consists of Carol Lee Andersen, Janene Freer and Sarah Trotman. To register your interest, please email Kirsty kirstyh@womenintechnology.co.nz, with a brief note about your entrepreneurial idea. Numbers will be limited so those attending get the maximum benefit from the experience. Register now!

Event Location:
Auckland

Website:
www.womenintechnology.co.nz
 

Event Hours:
7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
2008-11-19 - 2008-11-19