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Evolve appoints Will Clowes as Chief Revenue Officer for growth

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Evolve Business Group appoints Will Clowes as Chief Revenue Officer to drive expansion and enhance sales, marketing, and operational growth across its global operations.
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Australian businesses urged to celebrate milestones for morale

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Research shows 79% of Australian small businesses linking milestone celebrations with better performance, yet only 21% take time to mark achievements.
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Blackline Safety marks seventh year as top growing Canadian firm

Sat, 27th Sep 2025
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Calgary’s Blackline Safety named one of Canada’s Top Growing Companies for the seventh consecutive year, boasting 134% revenue growth over three years.
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Peak XV unveils Surge 11 with 23 AI, fintech & consumer startups

Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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Peak XV launches Surge 11 with 23 startups across AI, fintech, consumer brands, and infrastructure from India, APAC, and global markets.
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KiwiNet appoints new Board leaders to drive NZ research impact

Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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KiwiNet appoints Katherine Sandford as Chair and new Board members to boost commercialisation of New Zealand research amid sector reforms.
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BDC funds CAD $50 million for women-led SMB acquisitions

Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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Through the bank's Thrive ETA Fund, the funding supports women in buying and operating Canadian businesses to boost ownership diversity.
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These hackathons are stupid...and that's the point

Sat, 20th Sep 2025
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The Stupid Ideas Hackathon, founded by Maya Lekhi, embraces silly concepts to spark creativity and innovation in a fun, fiery atmosphere.
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Osome users report higher satisfaction than traditional firms in Asia

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Surveys show Osome users in Singapore and Hong Kong report higher satisfaction and loyalty than clients of traditional accounting firms.
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Victoria’s tech sector delivers $36 billion boost & jobs surge

Tue, 16th Sep 2025
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Victoria's tech sector adds $36 billion and employs over 300,400, with workforce expected to exceed 700,000 by 2035 amid strong upskilling efforts.
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HALA secures USD $157 million to boost SME fintech in SA

Tue, 16th Sep 2025
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Saudi fintech HALA has raised USD $157 million to expand SME services, launch new lending products, and support Vision 2030's economic goals.
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Open for Small Business podcast spotlights Kiwi entrepreneurs

Mon, 15th Sep 2025
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Xero launches Open for Small Business, a podcast showcasing the inspiring journeys and resilience of Aotearoa’s small business owners every fortnight.
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UBE Marketing launches to support B2B clients in Microsoft sector

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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Alvin Paronda has launched UBE Marketing to support B2B clients and Microsoft partners with tailored marketing strategies and expert guidance.
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Chris Ellis joins Collabra to drive AI automation for business

Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
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Chris Ellis, ex-Finder CEO, joins Sydney AI firm Collabra as CEO to lead its shift from product development to scalable automation for mid-market firms.
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SPU & RevisionSuccess lead AI workshop for student innovation

Mon, 1st Sep 2025
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Sripatum University and RevisionSuccess hosted a workshop showing 200+ students how AI can enhance education and boost entrepreneurial skills in Thailand.
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Wellington tech hub adds NZD $11.9 million GDP & 127 jobs

Mon, 1st Sep 2025
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Wellington’s Taiawa Tech Hub has boosted the economy by NZD $11.9 million GDP and created 127 jobs in its first year, supporting 20 startups and innovation.
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New Zealand startups at Showcase raise nearly USD $2 billion

Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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New Zealand startups pitching at Icehouse Ventures' Showcase have raised nearly USD $2 billion in funding over 15 years, boosting local innovation and jobs.
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FedNor grants CAD $1.05M to boost innovation in Northern Ontario

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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FedNor awards CAD $1.05 million to NORCAT, boosting AI adoption and innovation in over 35 Northern Ontario SMEs to enhance productivity and growth.
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FedEx expands electric fleet & community efforts in Asia Pacific

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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FedEx is expanding its electric vehicle fleet and boosting sustainability and community initiatives across Asia Pacific in fiscal year 2025.
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Bristol to launch BTF+ festival blending tech, culture & arts

Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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Bristol is set to host BTF+, a six-day festival blending technology, creativity and culture, from 6-11 October 2025 in the Old City area.
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Myriad360 secures spot on 2025 Inc. 5000 with 77% growth

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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Myriad360 ranks 4767 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list with 77% growth, marking its 14th inclusion among America’s fastest-growing private companies.