Pioneer Capital

Pioneer Capital is a growth equity investment firm based in Auckland, New Zealand, established in 2007. The company specializes in investing in New Zealand businesses that aim for expansion in large international markets. With a strong emphasis on the capabilities of management teams and the potential of target markets, Pioneer Capital partners with business owners and managers to enhance value. The firm boasts a diverse team with extensive experience in operating, investing in, and advising businesses across various stages of growth. Committed to responsible investment practices, Pioneer Capital plays a significant role in supporting the growth of local enterprises.

Randal Barrett

Managing Director

Ben Flay

Investment Director

Tom Goddard

Investment Director

Matthew Houtman

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Brigitte de Lambert

Investment Manager

Laura McKinnie

Senior Investment Associate

James Oliver

Investment Manager

Julia Rolleston

Investment Associate

Shayne Shepherd

Investment Director

Shayne Shepherd

Investment Director

Craig Styris

Executive Director

14 past transactions

Zhongfeng Weihan

Angel Round in 2023
Zhongfeng Weihan is a film and television producer.

Tally Group

Private Equity Round in 2023
Tally Group is a Melbourne-based company focused on creating advanced technology services aimed at enhancing utility retail and customer engagement. It specializes in the development of billing and customer relationship management (CRM) software tailored for energy retailers and utility companies. Tally Group offers a comprehensive suite of cloud-based, on-premise, and SaaS-hosted software solutions, providing essential product functionality for various utilities, including electricity, gas, water, internet, phone, and district cooling. This enables utility companies to deliver efficient and cost-effective services, ensuring effective management of utility and customer information on a global scale.

Parkable

Venture Round in 2021
Parkable is a parking management platform based in Auckland, New Zealand, founded in 2014. The company offers a mobile application that allows users to find, reserve, and pay for parking spaces, including those in residential properties. Parkable enables property owners to rent out their parking spaces for an hourly rate and collects a percentage of the earnings as a service fee. The platform also provides tools for businesses and administrators to manage parking across multiple locations, offering features such as electric vehicle charger management, gate access, automatic number plate recognition, visitor parking, and occupancy tracking. By improving parking experiences and increasing occupancy rates, Parkable helps reduce administrative burdens and generate additional revenue for its clients.

Kāhu

Seed Round in 2021
Kāhu is a New Zealand-based startup focused on developing advanced cancer detection technology, particularly for the early identification of skin cancer. The company leverages artificial intelligence and a comprehensive database of skin images to analyze patients' skin and identify potential signs of melanoma. This innovative approach aims to enhance the clinical diagnosis and management of various skin cancers, providing valuable support to healthcare professionals in their efforts to improve patient outcomes.

SLI Systems

Venture Round in 2007
SLI Systems Limited specializes in developing learning-based search and navigation technologies for e-commerce websites and other online platforms. The company's offerings include a suite of tools designed to enhance user experience, such as the Learning Search, which adapts to visitor behavior to deliver more relevant search results, and the Enhanced Search Personalization, which tailors the shopping experience for both new and returning customers. SLI also provides features like Rich Autocomplete to engage users with relevant product suggestions and Learning Navigation to create intuitive browsing experiences. Additionally, the company offers a Site Champion service that optimizes web pages for search engines to increase visibility and traffic. Its solutions cater to a wide range of sectors, including apparel, automotive, beauty, and pharmaceuticals. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Christchurch, New Zealand, SLI Systems operates as a subsidiary of ESW Holdings, Inc. and employs a subscription-based service model for its cloud-based platform.

Geo

Geo Limited develops and implements cloud-based mobile workforce productivity technologies, operating primarily in New Zealand and internationally. The company offers a job management software known as Geo, which assists various service industries—including cleaning, pest control, HVAC, and healthcare—in managing quotes, scheduling jobs, tracking completion, and invoicing. Additionally, Geo provides a customizable software solution called Geo for Sales, designed for door-to-door sales operations. This software facilitates prospect management, appointment scheduling, territory assignments, team geolocation, compliance monitoring, and CRM integration, catering to sectors such as solar, retail energy, telecom, and construction. Founded in 2009 and based in Wellington, New Zealand, Geo Limited was formerly known as GeoOp Limited until its name change in September 2018. The company primarily derives its revenue from the Geo division.

Izon Science

Izon Science Limited specializes in designing and manufacturing precision instrumentation for the analysis of nano and micro-scale particles. The company offers a range of products including qNano, a nanopore-based detection device for measuring the physical properties of various particle types, and qViro-X, which enables real-time quantitation and analysis of individual virus particles. The qMicro device accurately sizes and counts cells in solution. Izon Science employs a tunable resistive pulse sensing method for high-throughput individual particle resolution and provides Control Suite software for data acquisition and analysis. Their tools are utilized in diverse applications such as drug delivery, virus quantitation, and bio-diagnostics. Additionally, the company offers particle sizing, concentration analysis, and interaction monitoring services. Izon Science distributes its products globally, covering regions such as Southeast Asia, Turkey, Israel, India, Japan, Korea, China, Canada, and the Benelux region. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Oxford, United Kingdom, Izon Science is committed to advancing research and medical developments in the fields of extracellular vesicles, viruses, and lipid nanoparticles.

anihana

Anihana is a manufacturer specializing in handcrafted personal care and bathroom essentials. Their product range includes shampoo bars, bath bombs, shower steamers, soap, scrubs, solid moisturizers, and bubble baths, all made with organic and natural ingredients. The company's mission is to provide sustainable and affordable body and hair care solutions, promoting eco-friendly living.

Natural Pet Food Group

Natural Pet Food Group specializes in producing high-quality, nutritious pet food for dogs and cats under its well-known brands: K9 Natural, Feline Natural, and Meat Mates. The company operates in markets across New Zealand, Australia, China, Japan, the United States, and Canada. Its products are developed by an in-house nutritional team and are made from ethically sourced ingredients, including grass-fed and free-range meats, cage-free chicken, and sustainable seafood. This commitment to quality ingredients aims to promote the optimal health and well-being of pets.

WhereScape Software

WhereScape is a data warehousing consulting company focused on enhancing developer productivity and fostering collaboration in the data community. The company specializes in the development of software solutions for data warehousing and big data, enabling organizations of all sizes to leverage automation for designing, developing, deploying, and operating data infrastructure more efficiently. By streamlining these processes, WhereScape helps clients achieve operational control, scalability, and improved performance, ultimately supporting better decision-making across their organizations.

Raglan Food

Raglan Coconut Yoghurt is a fresh, creamy and dairy-free alternative. 100% vegan, with lots of probiotics for happy, healthy tummies.
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