The business leaders of the future

Wellington’s business leaders of the future are graduating from high-growth business incubator Creative HQ next week (Tuesday June 26).

Globally-renowned animation company Karactaz, destinational fashion store deNada, and international on-line casting website StarNow.com have all met the challenging growth targets set by NZ Trade & Enterprise.

They will join companies including Optimal Usability, Virtual Katy, Spikefin, Calcium Communications and SilverStripe as Creative HQ alumni.

A total of 11 high-growth companies have graduated from Creative HQ, and there are currently spaces available for new residents.

The international success of StarNow.com gained local recognition when they were named finalists in the Cyber Gold category at this year’s Wellington Region Gold Awards for business.

Karactaz was founded by Dylan Coburn in 2002 to sell creative services, especially animation products and technology.

DeNada is the first fashion company to graduate from a New Zealand incubator.

Co-run by Nada Matthews and Stewart Island-based Jo Learmonth, deNada launched a new concept in fashion and retail with the opening of their Featherston Street store.

The collection of street-styled and urban garments in sizes 8-16 is extended to include off-the-shelf garments in curvy and tall, catering for different body shapes.

Jewellery, accessories, good coffee and a boutique selection of low-fi and café style music are available to listen to and buy.

Well done guys and I look forward to seeing your names more in future...