After Covid-19, we rebuild our economy with a new focus, and a new mantra

Business after Covid: The pandemic is causing enormous disruption, but disruption can be an incredibly positive force. We must grasp the chance to reset, writes Cecilia Robinson, founder of My Food Bag, in the fourth of a special business series. Out of every great challenge arises a greater opportunity. And it’s hard to think of … Read more

Allbirds’ Tim Brown: How Covid-19 will help us unite against the climate crisis

Business after Covid: A return to normal might seem appealing, but as Tim Brown of Allbirds writes as part of a new business series, now is the time to strive for something better. The Covid-19 crisis has yanked our freedoms out from underneath us. Our sense of safety, community, and day-to-day life is no longer … Read more

What Christchurch’s recovery has to teach us about post-lockdown NZ

Business after Covid: In the second of a series featuring business leaders assessing the world that will rise after Covid-19, consultant Roger Dennis looks at the lessons that can be learned from the aftermath of the Christchurch earthquake. Never waste a crisis.  This should be the mantra that guides political decisions for the foreseeable future. … Read more

Safety, sovereignty, regeneration: Kono’s Rachel Taulelei on Māori business, post-Covid

Business after Covid: In the first of a series featuring business leaders assessing the world which will rise after Covid-19, Rachel Taulelei of food and beverage business Kono looks forward to a renewed commitment to kaitiakitanga. Mate atu he tētēkura, ka whakaeke mai he tētēkura As one frond perishes another grows in its place. Having … Read more