Startup Grind New Plymouth returns for round 3. This time, we will be learning from a local entrepreneur about building a global business, from right here in Taranaki.
Dan founded IVHQ in 2007 after volunteering abroad and identifying a need to provide affordable, safe and responsible volunteer programs for international volunteers. Dan oversees the operations of IVHQ, managing all aspects of the organization and travelling regularly to visit IVHQ programs and local teams. In 2014, Dan was named EY New Zealand Entrepreneur of the Year, recognizing the impact International Volunteer HQ has made globally.
Educational Topics
1. Identifying problems that can be solved
2. Turning an idea into a viable business
3. Growing a business globally
4. Challenges and opportunities for being a leader in the volunteer travel industry
Drinks and finger food will be served by Theory Food.
International Volunteer HQ
Founder and Executive Director
Dan founded IVHQ in 2007 after volunteering abroad and identifying a need to provide affordable, safe and responsible volunteer programs for international volunteers. Dan oversees the operations of IVHQ, managing all aspects of the organization and travelling regularly to visit IVHQ programs and local teams. Dan loves the outdoors and getting into SCUBA diving, paddle boarding, fishing and any other sports he can try his hand at. Not surprisingly, he is also an avid traveller with his favourite countries being Kenya, Mexico and Sri Lanka. In 2014, Dan was named EY New Zealand Entrepreneur of the Year, recognizing the impact International Volunteer HQ has made globally.
