Aotearoa Centre for Enterprising Women

Timmy Smith is a Māori entrepreneur, founder, and creative force behind PAUSE for Tea and Timmy Smith Ltd, based on Waiheke Island, Aotearoa. Of Whakatohea, Te Upokorehe, Te Arawa and Ngāti Porou descent, her work is grounded in kaitiakitanga (guardianship) and manaakitanga (care for people), weaving together wellness, culture, and connect...

Bianca grew up with Bianca Lorenne as part of everyday life, gaining an early insight into the realities of building a business from the ground up. After joining full-time straight from school, she spent over a decade working across all areas of the company before stepping into a leadership role. Today, she is focused on shaping the next chapter of the brand, honouring its fo...