Bridgewest Ventures NZ
Darja Nelson is a highly experienced professional in the fields of commercialization, biotechnology, and strategic development. Currently serving as the Commercialization Manager at Bridgewest Ventures NZ, this role involves leading efforts in the deep tech incubator focused on early-stage biotech and high-tech companies. Additionally, Darja holds directorships at Zealafoam Holdings Limited and Project DORIS, while previously contributing to OnBoard NZ and Marama Labs as a Board Observer. With a strong background at The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited as a Senior Commercialisation Manager and various roles in intellectual property management, Darja has a robust academic foundation, holding multiple degrees in Biomedical Science and Bioscience Enterprise from The University of Auckland. Previous roles include Chief Commercial Officer at Scentian Bio Ltd. and a Biomedical Science Technician at the University of Auckland, where Darja gained extensive hands-on experience in laboratory settings and research commercialization.
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Bridgewest Ventures NZ
Bridgewest Ventures is a New Zealand-based deep tech incubator, searching for ideas with impact. As an approved partner under Callaghan Innovation's 2020 Technology Incubator Programme, we're looking for local ventures ready to commercialise on a global scale. We're backed by our parent company, Bridgewest Group, a privately held investment company from the United States. With global assets in biotech, wireless communications, IoT, software, and semiconductors, Bridgewest Group brings its extensive global network and tried-and-true incubator approach to our home base in Auckland. If accepted into our programme, entrepreneurs can expect mentorship and funding to commercialise their technology, improve business capabilities, and facilitate future growth. We're committed to not only building startups into companies but also contributing to the entrepreneurial ecosystem that exists in New Zealand.