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An insight into our Founder.

Asked to feature in a magazine, Higher State, published by Abigail Ireland, I was a little humbled and somewhat excited.  The article touches on the things that I hold close and that make me tick. For the full article click here:  https://abigailireland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Higher-State-Magazine-SEPT-2017.pdf
  • Posted by Catalyst Capital Ltd
  • On September 15, 2017
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Investing in Health

We are excited to take a lead investor role in a new business Firstcheck.  The Firstcheck opportunity is in the healthcare industry and utilises technology in the form of an app that allows users to take of a photo of spots on their skin which are then checked remotely by a dermatologist. Firstcheck was formally […]
  • Posted by Catalyst Capital Ltd
  • On December 13, 2016
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Introducing Bluebell & Roselle

We are delighted to be supporting Kaikoura Cheese with $70,000 investment funding to help grow production capacity.  The natural products segment is attracting strong consumer interest and the team at Kaikoura Cheese are creating a loyal following for their beautiful cheeses.
  • Posted by Catalyst Capital Ltd
  • On May 20, 2016
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Less dangerous than a dragon’s den!

When many people think of venture capital pitches, they think Dragon’s Den style – where entrepreneurs and businesses present their pitch to a panel of canny investors asking brutal questions. In Marlborough, Catalyst Capital is going for a more relaxed, though no less thorough, approach – starting with a phone call or email, and probably […]

Business looking brighter this side of the ditch

It’s not just the sun that’s shining in New Zealand this summer; a recent report shows Kiwi small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) viewing 2016 as looking so bright, they may just have to wear shades! In comparison, Aussie business confidence amongst small companies for the 12 months ahead looks significantly lower – no sunglasses required. After outperforming […]

Why you should never be the smartest person in the room

While it’s a sign of admirable confidence to assume you are the smartest person in the room and to enjoy holding the crowd in your intellectual thrall, in many cases closing your mouth, opening your ears and absorbing what others have to say can be an equally if not more beneficial approach. Even for the […]