Hannah Hardy-Jones stories
Hannah Hardy-Jones writes at the intersection of startup culture, leadership and mental wellbeing, unpacking how companies can grow fast without losing their humanity. Her stories explore the shift away from the archetypal “tech bro” mindset toward more sustainable, people-centred ways of building products, teams and companies.
Through founder profiles and funding news, including deep dives into AI startups like Contented, she highlights how technology can be used to improve real work-life challenges rather than simply chase hype. Readers will find insight into the funding landscape, the realities of scaling startups and the practical ways founders are rethinking success to prioritise both performance and mental health.
The tech bro playbook is out: there's a new way to do business
Last month
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As faith in tech bros wanes, founders say a quieter, human-centred playbook is proving better for business, investors and users alike.
Contented raises AUD $4.1m to fuel UK and US push
Thu, 12th Feb 2026
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New Zealand AI startup Contented raises AUD $4.1m seed round to speed UK and US expansion and triple headcount in coming months.
Contented raises NZD $4.1m to fuel AI expansion
Thu, 12th Feb 2026
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Christchurch AI startup Contented raises NZD $4.1m seed round to grow its meeting-minutes platform and push into Australia, UK and US.