Storms bring Rainbows

Generite Growth, VISA-Fueled 

In February 2024, VISA and the Generator backed 13 high-potential Generite businesses with contestable funding. The results? Remarkable.

Impact Highlights (May 2025):

• 1.87 million+ lives uplifted through inclusive services like Zumba, soup kitchens, mobile salons, and cultural hubs.
• $256K+ saved annually as business owners move from government support to sustainable incomes.
• Environmental wins: CO₂ emissions avoided, millions of litres of water saved, less waste, more biodiversity, and stronger community resilience.

      These businesses are changing lives—and the planet. 

2024 VISA- Generator Funded:

• Danielle Adams ( Māori, Adams Family Productions, Kaiwaka)
• Nikita Ball (Pakeha, Nails on Wheels NZ, South Auckland)
• TK Taito (Samoan, TK Bridal &Couture, South Auckland)
• Tavita Salu (Tuvaluan, Tavita & Sons Automotive, Whangārei)
• Latisha Slade (IMāori, n First NZ, Whangārei)
• Lloyd Matiu- Whiri (Māori, V1BEZ100, Dargaville).
• Tavita Salu (Tuvaluan, Tavita & Sons Automotive, Whangārei)
• Amber Freer (Māori, POLY-NIZED, Paparoa)
• Edgardo Buenvenida (Filipino, Edgardo’s Grill, Christchurch)
• Israel Rika (Māori, All Aspects Concreting Experts, Whakatāne/Kawerau)
• Lameez Salie (South African, Meezies Kitchen, Hamilton)
• Rata Raemon Twogood Taiwhanga (Māori, Etu Rakau, South Auckland)
• Val Jefferson and daughter Amy ( Pakeha, Nia's Beauty Room by Amy Dargaville)

Award: Mark Lang (Tika Pono Toi, Dargaville) Riyana Frobose (Velvet Skin, East Auckland)

‘He iti hau marangai e tū te pāhokahoka."
A little storm brings the rainbow — your journey brings hope

Highlight for May!

Invercargill Couple Builds Eco Detailing Brand

Despite health challenges, Gabriel and Abigail Garcia run an eco-friendly car detailing business that supports their family, serves their community, and shares their faith. They offer premium services locally—and coach detailing enthusiasts worldwide. Click Here to view their story.

“A rising tide lifts all ships.”

2025 VISA & The Generator National Awards