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.

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Leading the future for Māori Business

At Whāriki, we envision a sustainable, thriving and rapidly growing Māori economy. By providing impactful opportunities for pakihi Māori to grow, we deliver sustainable economic outcomes for tāngata whenua to thrive. Our strength is our whakapapa; we are bonded through our relationships as whānau.

We have created a nurturing space for pakihi Māori 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.

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.

OUR VALUES

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.

MEET THE TEAM

Tūtakitia Mātou

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.

Tāmaki Makaurau
Matt Pryor

Marketing Manager

Ngāti Awa, Ngāti Rangitihi

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Tāmaki Makaurau
Te Aotahi (Tee) Scott

Events and Community Manager

Tainui, Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Hinerangi

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Tāmaki Makaurau
Renée Smith

General Manager

Ngāti Ranginui, Te Ātiawa ki Taranaki

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