Celebrating the launch of Auckland Startup Week 2025

Celebrating the launch of Auckland Startup Week 2025

14 July 2025
This inaugural event will connect international investors, entrepreneurs and startups to highlight the companies, ideas and people shaping Auckland’s reputation as a region for innovation.


UniServices is a proud sponsor of Auckland Startup Week. We are looking forward to showcasing the Newmarket Innovation Precinct  with a NIP Tour to  show our world-class facilities where startups, research and industry merge. We are also hosting an Innovation Showcase where attendees can connect with innovators shaping the future.

Dr Greg Murison, UniServices CEO and the University’s Pro-Vice Chancellor Innovation and Enterprise, says Auckland Startup Week give the University of Auckland and UniServices the opportunity to showcase our investment and entrepreneurial capability.

“We are ranked in the top 100 universities in the world and are recognised globally for  top researchers and students. There are international visitors on campus every week engaging with different parts of our innovation ecosystem, be that Medtech, our Space Institute, precision medicine or the Newmarket Innovation Precinct.”

“Auckland Startup Week will allow us to show the great work we are already doing and achieving in the tech sector, and share our vision for the future of Auckland as a region for innovation and growth.”

Other events include a founders’ clinic, introduction to exporting, insights on how to scale Kiwi tech companies globally, flagship events showcasing groundbreaking innovation, and networking to link early-stage startups with founders, top investors and industry leaders.

Auckland Startup Week is from October 20-24 and will showcase world-class innovation, investment-ready ventures, and the people shaping the future. With a strong foundation of globally ranked universities, accelerators, and a vibrant startup scene.

Attendees can learn from speakers sharing insights, advice on capital raising, as well as be inspired by Auckland’s promising startups and innovators showcasing ideas and emerging technology.

You can check out the full five-day programme at www.aucklandstartupweek.com.

Watch the Auckland Startup Week video on YouTube