The finalists are...

Eight applications for the SheEO fund have reached a shortlist, with the five selected ventures to be announced at the 2018 SheEO NZ Summit at Hilton Auckland on April 9.

CHIA

Producers of CHIA and AWAKA, plant-based and nutrient-dense beverages in Nelson.

Cilantro Cheese

A micro-artisanal producer of goat milk cheeses committed to keeping a small carbon footprint while producing a high-quality product.

DermNet

Provider of authoritative information about the skin for anyone in the world with an internet connection.

Dove River Peonies

Pure Peony creams, soap and shampoo naturally heals irritated, inflamed skin using scientifically proven peony root extract from an organic farm.

Guardian Angel Security

True peace of mind for remote and isolated staff with fit-for-purpose GPS duress devices, 24/7 specialised monitoring and support.

Memory Foundation

The foundation, with a network of brain fitness coaches, restores memory, confidence and productivity into older age.

Pomegranate Kitchen

Pomegranate Kitchen is a catering social enterprise employing former refugee women as cooks.

ShearWarmth

ShearWarmth makes traditional, quality blankets from wool traced back to their family farm in the King Country.