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EPISODE · Aug 28, 2026 · 55 MIN

Lachlan Nixon: Motion Capital (Venture Capitalist)

from NZ Business Podcast - Paul Spain

Host Paul Spain speaks with Lachlan Nixon, founder and managing partner of Motion Capital, a New Zealand venture capital fund focused on climate tech. Lachlan explains why New Zealand’s climate tech sector is gaining momentum. He shares lessons from funding startups, taking products global, validating customer demand early, and managing the high-risk maths of venture capital, including Motion Capital’s 15-company portfolio strategy and standout investments.Special thanks to our show partners: One New Zealand, Outrun Global and Gorilla Technology

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