For over 20 years, Creative HQ has supported over 35,000 people, turning bold ideas into real-world impact

We’re New Zealand’s leading startup hub, building high-growth businesses around Aotearoa and the world – and helping government and corporate leaders harness startup principles to innovate, grow, and create lasting impact.

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What makes us different

We maximise our impact through three powerful points of difference:

A powerful network

We are the only startup hub in Aotearoa working across startup, government, corporate and international ecosystems — allowing us to connect the dots where others can’t.

Capability-building approach

We don’t just do innovation for others. Our immersive learning programmes empower founders, teams and public sector leaders to develop their own capabilities — so they can innovate with confidence, long after we’ve stepped back.

A high-performance team

Our team brings unmatched energy, discipline and humility. With high energy and an appetite for learning, we are always evolving to better serve those we support.

Meet the team

Catherine Jones

Chief Executive

Brett Holland

Chief Innovation Officer

Dr Colin Kennedy

Chief Growth Officer

Grant Banner

Chief Financial Officer

Colm Kearney

GM Startups and Tech Sector

Nedra Fu

GM School of Innovation

Jonnie Haddon

GM Government Innovation

Chloe Narain

Head of Marketing

Rebecca Grace

People and Practice Lead