"Proven American Brands Seeking Master License Partners in New Zealand"
United Franchise Group™ (UFG) seeks experienced business partners in New Zealand to develop master license territories for eight proven franchise brands. As a globally recognized leader in franchise development with 40 years of experience, UFG offers entrepreneurs proven business models, strategic guidance, and industry-leading support.
UFG operates more than 1,800 franchise locations across 80+ countries, including New Zealand. Our master license partners benefit from comprehensive training, marketing, and operations support - backed by a franchisee-first philosophy that has helped thousands of entrepreneurs succeed globally. We have developed hundreds of brands spanning high-growth sectors from flexible workspace and B2B services to fast-casual dining.
UFG has the following brands available for Master License development for the first time in New Zealand:
• Black Optix Tint®: Premium window tinting, auto styling, paint protection, and ceramic coatings
• Graze Craze®: Charcuterie boards and boxes capitalizing on the fastest-growing food trend worldwide
• Exit Factor™: Helping business owners maximize value and plan their exit strategy
• Transworld Business Advisors®: World's largest business brokerage franchise helping owners buy, sell, and grow businesses
• Intelligent Office®: Virtual offices, meeting rooms, and on-demand workspace solutions, sized less than 1,000m²
• Office Evolution®: Flexible workspace and private offices in suburban markets globally, sized 1,000m² to 1,500m²
• Venture X®: Premium coworking and flexible workspaces for today's businesses, sized from 1,500m²
• The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®: Fast-casual Mediterranean dining in a booming segment with loyal repeat customers
We seek partners with business development experience, local market knowledge, and the capital to support multi-unit growth. For more information about master license opportunities and investment requirements, please contact Mike Gallagher (mgallagher@ufgcorp.com). https://unitedfranchisegroup.com/
Mars Bioimaging seeking distribution partners, with an initial focus on the East Coast and potentially California
Mars Bioimaging has recently received FDA 510(k) clearance for its portable photon-counting CT scanner, marking a significant milestone in our global commercialisation journey. (MARS Bioimaging)
As we begin our US market entry, we are actively seeking distribution partners, with an initial focus on the East Coast and potentially California. We are looking to engage experienced medtech distributors who can represent and support our product in the orthopedic extremity market.
Our ideal partner would:
- Have an established presence in orthopaedic extremity market, selling directly to surgeons
- Maintain in-house biomedical engineering capability, or have strong partnerships for technical service and support
- That said, we recognise that sales and service are not always housed within the same organisation, and we are open to discussions with distributors who specialise in sales representation only.
Contact our VP – Sales, Steve Attkins, T +64 21979878, E stephen.attkins@marsbioimaging.com
Docu Edge Festival 2006 - 21st year - partnership opportunities.
Doc Edge is a not-for-profit charitable organisation serving as New Zealand’s national organisation for documentaries since 2005. It is also an Oscar®-qualifying festival and the premiere Asia Pacific hub for all things documentary.
Auckland | 24 June – 12 July - Screenings and Q&As, Immersive Exhibition, Industry Events & Awards: 29 June – 1 July
Wellington | 15 – 26 July - Screenings and Q&As, Immersive Exhibition
Partnership Opportunities include Festival or film sponsorship, Support for American guests (travel and accommodation), Hosting a screening or networking event around a selected film, Advertising in the festival programme.
Contact: Dan Shanan, Co-founder/ Executive Director/ Trustee dan@docedge.nz
Performing in New Zealand for the first time, American violinist, Gil Shaham, joins Auckland Philharmonia to play Beethoven’s towering Violin Concerto on Saturday 27 June in the Auckland Town Hall.
One of the foremost violinists of our time, Gil Shaham is a Grammy Award-winner and was named Musical America’s ‘Instrumentalist of the Year’. His flawless technique combined with his inimitable warmth and generosity of spirit has solidified his renown as an American master. Shaham is sought-after throughout the world for concerto appearances with leading orchestras and conductors, and regularly gives recitals and appears with ensembles on the world’s great concert stages and at the most prestigious festivals. Conductor Antony Hermus - Beethoven Violin Concerto & Prokofiev Cinderella (selections)
Don’t miss this opportunity to see this global violin superstar perform in Auckland. Book your tickets now at www.aucklandphil.nz
Concert details: The New Zealand Herald Premier Series: Gil Shaham Plays Beethoven
7.30pm, Saturday 27 June, Auckland Town Hall,
The concert is quickly selling out but there is a tranche of VIP balcony tickets that are being held so if there are any AmCham members who might be particularly interested attending contact: Melanie Esplin, Director of Development & Campaign Director MelanieE@aucklandphil.nz
Seeking investment support
Jacob Douglas - www.jacobdouglas.co.nz
I am a 20yr New Zealand racing driver currently competing in the United States as I pursue a career in professional motorsport. My journey in racing began in New Zealand, where I developed through the junior categories winning 4 New Zealand championships before making the move internationally to further my career. Transitioning to the U.S. at age 16 by myself has been a major step, exposing me to a highly competitive environment and allowing me to continue progressing both on and off the track. Motorsport at this level is not only about performance, but also about building strong relationships and representing partners in a professional and meaningful way.
Last season marked an important chapter in my career as I competed alongside IndyCar in the USF Pro 2000 Championship. I totaled up 1 win, 8 podiums and 14 top 5 finishes, and P5 in the championship.
Looking ahead to this year, my goal is to build on that foundation and establish myself as a front-running competitor. I am focused on our goal of winning the championship, and the scholarship into INDY NXT for the 2027 season. Beyond this season, my long-term ambition is to progress through the American open-wheel ladder and ultimately reach IndyCar.
As I continue this journey, I am actively seeking partners who want to be part of a high-performance environment with international exposure. Motorsport offers a unique platform to connect New Zealand businesses with opportunities in the United States, providing brand visibility, networking opportunities, and a compelling story to align with.
I am incredibly motivated for the season ahead and excited about the opportunity to work with partners who share a vision for growth, performance, and success on a global stage. Contact: jacob@jacobdouglas.co.nz
NZ Premium Butter seeking investment We are looking for any American's wanting to Invest and live in NZ.
Purchase Price: Land and building values average about $1,190 per square metre, translating to roughly $1.5 million to $3.5+ million 1.2 mill + 3.5 mill =4.7 mill. This would mean that they would be the owner of the Land and Buildings as well as the new equipment we need to purchase until we fully pay for it. The company would also be paying the owner rent so they would have a secure tenant and a secure Blue chip investment.
The minimum plant and set up costs are 1.2mill and all this money goes into the business to get it up and running within 6 months.
This amount of Investment allows us to produce 1000kgs per hour and ability to supply both NZ & Australian markets before increasing investment to allow greater capacity and greater dividends for the shareholders. Contact: Ian & Dally Cozens Ph +64 272730365 info@alifeofhealth.co.nz
Students seeking support
Arki Hunter
I am a recent Auckland high school graduate who has been accepted to Columbia University in New York, where I will begin my undergraduate studies in 2026.
I’m reaching out as I begin preparing for the move to the United States. While Columbia has provided financial aid, I am largely funding the transition myself, and the cost of relocating internationally remains significant. I am currently working and reaching out to organisations that support connections between New Zealand and the United States. Contact: arkisunday@gmail.com
Aiden Anderson
I am a student at Baylor University preparing to study abroad in New Zealand this summer. Through this experience, I hope to engage directly with New Zealand’s culture and bring those insights back to my academic and local communities. I am currently seeking financial support to help make this opportunity possible and wanted to inquire whether your organization offers student sponsorships or could connect me with potential partners who do. Contact: Aiden_Anderson3@baylor.edu
