Soda Inc.

"I left with far more clarity and confidence than when I started."

That's what Lisa Quarrie said after taking part in our Growth Lab.

Now she's preparing to launch a funded pilot for Common Compost with a clearer vision and stronger business foundations.

If you're an ambitious founder ready to think bigger and grow smarter, Growth Lab - Level Up could be your next step.

Designed for founder-led businesses that have moved beyond the idea stage and are building momentum, this 9-week programme is fully funded and has a $10,000 prize package thanks to Soda Inc., Deloitte and Tompkins Wake.

📖 Read Lisa's story: https://www.sodainc.com/news/founder-spotlight-lisa-quarrie

🚀 Find out more and apply for Growth Lab - Level Up: https://www.sodainc.com/start-ups/growth-lab-level-up

📅 Women in Business Expo | Hamilton
Whether you're dreaming of starting a business, growing a side hustle, launching a startup, or scaling an established business, our Women in Business Expo is your opportunity to connect with the people and organisations that can help you succeed.

📅 Thursday 23 July 2026
🕚 11am – 2pm
📍 Hamilton
🎟️ Free

Join us for:
✨ Networking with like-minded women in business
✨ A light lunch
✨ An inspiring guest speaker and Q&A session
✨ Connections with business support agencies and organisations

Thanks to Maisey Harris & Co Hamilton and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment for supporting this event. 🙏

Spaces are limited so grab your ticket 👇

https://events.humanitix.com/women-in-business-expo-2026

🚀 Applications for Growth Lab - Level Up are now OPEN!

Over nine weeks you'll gain practical tools, expert guidance, and a supportive community to help you take your business to the next level.

Plus, you'll be in the running to win a $10,000 prize package, including:

💰 $3,000 cash
📈 $3,500 of Deloitte advisory services
⚖️ $3,500 of Tompkins Wake legal services

Developed and delivered by Soda and proudly supported by Deloitte and Tompkins Wake, Growth Lab - Level Up is a fully funded founder programme designed for ambitious founder-led businesses that have moved beyond the idea stage and are building momentum.

Whether you're preparing to scale, launch into new markets or sharpen your strategy, Growth Lab is designed to help you get there.

📅 Applications close 31 July 2026

🔗 Find out more and apply: https://www.sodainc.com/start-ups/growth-lab-level-up