Whāriki is a metaphor for the weaving of whanaungatanga in business. Our kaupapa is to provide a culturally safe space where members can build meaningful connections and fill their kete with the mātauranga they need to succeed.
At Whāriki, we envision a sustainable, thriving and rapidly growing Māori economy. By connecting our members to mātauranga, opportunities and one another, we help build stronger businesses, successful careers and lasting economic prosperity for whānau.
We have created a nurturing space for the Māori business community so they can come together and feel supported through times of challenge and of celebration. It's here that we create opportunities for our community to kōrero, whakawhanaungatanga, and whakamātauranga.
Through innovation, creativity, and a deep respect for our heritage, we are unapologetic about our pursuit to drive serious economic growth for our people.
Nau mai, haere mai, piki mai, ki Whāriki Tāmaki Makaurau.
We are committed to developing the Māori economy by helping businesses lift their capability, expand their capacity and substantially increase their profitability, enabling the growth needed to build employment opportunities for others.
Building the capability, capacity, and confidence of our members to grow thriving businesses, successful careers, and lasting intergenerational prosperity.
Having a strong and connected network of Māori enterprises, entrepreneurs and leaders who provide mentorship, opportunities and support to each other.
Fostering strong relationships with government officials and key decision-makers who have the power to enact changes that benefit Māori.
Changing the narrative of Māori success by actively celebrating and showcasing our members, therefore inspiring future generations of Māori entrepreneurs.
We are committed to fostering strong relationships based on strong kaupapa Māori values.
We are connected through whakapapa, relationships andfriendships. We are there for each other in times of challenge and celebration.
We are proud, we celebrate who we are and what we do. We stand on our tikanga and will not comprise this.
Our collective strength, strengthens the individual. At times we must act as one but we do so with the support of the many.
Whai mātauranga, he painga mou. Seek knowledge, experience, and understanding for the betterment of your business, for your whānau.
We uplift the mana of one another to maintain our own mana.
Whāriki connects Māori business owners, professionals, and entrepreneurs in Auckland, Northland, and across the motu, fostering growth and collaboration. These networks empower members to share knowledge, support each other, and strengthen Māori businesses for positive community impact.
Nau mai, haere mai, piki mai.
