Punakaiki Fund is New Zealand's evergreen venture capital fund dedicated to transforming high-growth technology companies into global leaders. With over NZ$100 million in funds under management and investments in 30+ companies, Punakaiki has been active for over a decade.
Unlike traditional VC funds, Punakaiki operates with a unique evergreen structure — raising capital continuously and investing in revenue-generating, high-growth NZ tech companies. The fund is accessible to retail investors with a minimum investment of NZ$50,000 via Catalist.
Co-founded by Lance Wiggs (who advised on the Trade Me sale to Fairfax Media) and Chris Humphreys, Punakaiki Fund's mission is to ensure every great Kiwi company is well-funded and that everyone — from retail investors to large institutions — can benefit from NZ's fast-growing tech sector.
Auckland, New Zealand
"Every great Kiwi company should be well-funded — an evergreen fund democratizing venture capital investment in NZ tech."
Apply to the Apex Startup Discovery Program
Aligned with Punakaiki Fund's investment focus. Precondition: You must be an Apex Participant to submit. Registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. This project is part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex Ecosystem with Golden Ads
"Who I Am · What I Want"
Complimentary for Apex Participants. Become an Apex Participant at myapex.me — registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. Part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex is a living ecosystem — one of its kind. A decentralized, member-owned global business platform across 80+ countries where preferred venture partners such as Punakaiki Fund can explore early-stage innovation quietly and selectively, while founders showcase on their MySite and gain clarity on what long-term investors truly seek. No middleman. By members, for members.