Punakaiki Fund
Overview
Punakaiki Fund is a New Zealand-based venture capital firm dedicated to transforming high-growth technology companies into global leaders. With a unique evergreen structure and a decade-long legacy of success, the firm focuses on long-term investments in high-growth, revenue-generating New Zealand technology companies. Their portfolio includes notable companies such as Vend, Timely, Moxion, Linewize, Devoli, Quantifi Photonics, Couchdrop, Orah, Whip Around, and Projectworks. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes supporting companies to scale both globally and effectively. They work closely with portfolio companies to help them grow into truly global and future-defining entities. Punakaiki Fund has a history of successful exits, including the sale of Vend, Timely, and Quantifi Photonics. Punakaiki Fund is managed by 2040 Ventures, owned by Lance Wiggs and Chris Humphreys, with a team that includes Head of Investments and partner Nadine Hill. The firm has offices in Auckland and Te Anau, New Zealand. As of March 31, 2025, the fund's total value stood at NZ$105.4 million, with an annual profit of NZ$11.7 million.
Investment Focus
- High-growth technology companies
- Revenue-generating
- Export-focused
- Based in New Zealand or Australia
Portfolio Companies
Reach Punakaiki Fund directly
Verified work email, phone and LinkedIn for the full team — one spreadsheet, one payment, yours to keep.
Unlock full contacts →Frequently asked questions about Punakaiki Fund
What sectors does Punakaiki Fund invest in?
Punakaiki Fund invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Telecommunications, Media and Retail, and is based in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand. Punakaiki Fund is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Punakaiki Fund invest at?
Punakaiki Fund backs companies at Early Stage and Growth, writing cheques of 100K - 8M.
Which regions does Punakaiki Fund invest in?
Punakaiki Fund invests across Australia and New Zealand.
Who are the partners at Punakaiki Fund?
Team members listed for Punakaiki Fund include Teressa Betty (Independent Director).
What companies has Punakaiki Fund invested in?
Punakaiki Fund's portfolio includes Vend, Timely, Devoli, Quantifi Photonics, Moxion, Linewize, Couchdrop and Orah.
How do I contact Punakaiki Fund?
Punakaiki Fund's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
