About Whāriki
Whāriki is a metaphor for the weaving of whanaungatanga in business. Our kaupapa is to provide a platform that facilitates the sharing of experiences, collaboration, and forming of connections with one another.
Our Mission
Tō Mātou Whakatakanga
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.
Growth
Growing our brand and capacity to remain a well respected and highly regarded agent for, and on behalf of, our Māori business community.
Community
Having a strong and connected network of Māori enterprises, entrepreneurs and leaders who provide mentorship, opportunities and support to each other.
Advocacy
Fostering strong relationships with government officials and key decision-makers who have the power to enact changes that benefit Māori.
Story Telling
Changing the narrative of Māori success by actively celebrating and showcasing our members, therefore inspiring future generations of Māori entrepreneurs.
Ō Mātou Uara
We are committed to fostering strong relationships based on strong kaupapa Māori values.
Whanaungatanga
We are connected through whakapapa, relationships andfriendships. We are there for each other in times of challenge and celebration.
Mana Motuhake
We are proud, we celebrate who we are and what we do. We stand on our tikanga and will not comprise this.
Taki Tini, Taki Tahi
Our collective strength, strengthens the individual. At times we must act as one but we do so with the support of the many.
Mātauranga
Whai mātauranga, he painga mou. Seek knowledge, experience, and understanding for the betterment of your business, for your whānau.
Manaakitanga
We uplift the mana of one another to maintain our own mana.
