Become a sponsor

Many of our successful programmes have only been possible due to the vision and generosity of our sponsors, who share our values of instilling an entrepreneurial ethos into the next generation of New Zealanders.

Sponsors benefit greatly from their involvement in our programmes through opportunities to identify and establish relationships with top talent, to network with others in New Zealand’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and through brand association with a cutting-edge centre at New Zealand’s leading university.

“We had such a great experience, and I had a number of our people thanking us for the opportunity to participate and engage with the students and their fresh new ideas.”

Darryl-Lee Wenderlborn, Managing Director of Beca

“We know we need to explore the impact of disruptive technologies so we can build a sustainable port that enhances social, environmental and commercial outcomes. By partnering with the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, we can learn so much from the talented young people who are the future leaders of New Zealand.”

Tony Gibson, CEO of Ports of Auckland

“Yealands has enjoyed being a part of the Solve It programme for two years now. We recognise that what is being done through the Solve It programme lines up perfectly with our philosophies around innovation, and see the programme as a way to continue to drive innovation in our business by using the great minds of future leaders within our community. With Yealands' core focus on sustainability, the programme allows us to explore a multitude of sustainable business solutions in a very short but meaningful amount of time. Our intention is to move the ideas forward in our business, to not only show our continued dedication to sustainability and innovation, but to illustrate that the Solve It programme is not only working, but is important to the success of New Zealand businesses today.”

Avram Deitch – Global Marketing Manager, Yealands

If you are interested in partnering with us as a sponsor, we are keen to find the right opportunity for you. To start the conversation, please contact Kimberley Ansell, CIE Manager, at kimberley.ansell@auckland.ac.nz.