Become a Member

KUMA is more than just a business network—it’s a thriving community of Māori entrepreneurs, professionals, and organisations who uplift and support each other. Whether you're a start-up, established business, or part of a large corporation, being a member connects you to opportunities, knowledge, and whakawhanaungatanga. By joining, you’re not just growing your business—you’re strengthening the Māori economy and paving the way for future generations.

Nau mai, haere mai—come be a part of it!

KUMA Membership—Individual, Annual

$172.50 incl. gst

What’s Included?

    • Monthly breakfast hui at local businesses

    • Annual weekend hui in a stunning location

    • Build strong connections and share ideas

    • Be part of a values-driven Māori network

    • Support and be supported by like-minded business owners

    • Opportunity for mentorship and advice from Māori and non-Māori business leaders

    • Access coaching, mentoring, and business training

    • Join workshops or facilitate them to share your expertise

    • Learn about financial literacy, pricing, marketing, IT, and more

    • List your business in the KUMA Māori Business Directory

    • Be nominated for the KUMA Māori Business Awards

    • Host an event at your business for greater business exposure

    • Celebrate and share Māori business success stories

    • Access webinars and Māori business resources

    • Attend networking events and business expos

    • Be part of advocacy efforts for Māori businesses

    • Opportunity to be on the Board of KUMA

Why Join KUMA?

Enhance your business exposure

Build your professional skills

Be part of a strong Māori economy

Stay on top of the latest best practices

Connect with other Māori business owners

  • We joined KUMA during a growth phase for our business, we were gearing up to implement a diversification project and needed to connect and share our story with Māori organisations that could support us on our journey. We had a conversation with the KUMA team at a hui and the very next morning we were sitting around a table with extraordinary people who have not stopped opening doors for us. Four years later we are so very grateful for the guidance, connections and opportunities that come from being a part of the KUMA whānau.

    Quality Home Services | Tāhuna, Queenstown

  • Launching a business in the middle of a global health crisis was an interesting move but we’ve worked extremely hard to bring our vision to fruition and that drive was recognised at the KUMA - Southern Māori Business Awards in July 2021 where we were the recipient of the Collaboration & Innovation Award. For us KUMA represents visibility as a Māori business owner and it also represents a safe space in which we as a Māori business can thrive.

    Check-in | Tāhuna, Queenstown

  • KUMA has been instrumental to the development of our business and helping our company prepare for tenders and government funding. We have been grateful to run Mana Wāhine workshops for local Dunedin Businesses and partner with KUMA on marketing projects.

    Inspiring Design | Ōtepoti, Dunedin