Entries open for Deloitte Fast 50 2026
Fast 50 launch event brings together founders of New Zealand's three fastest-growing businesses to discuss growth, leadership and what's next
Auckland, 20 July 2026 – High-growth businesses across New Zealand are invited to enter the Deloitte Fast 50 2026, with entries opening today and a new campaign celebrating the organisations that are most attuned to the opportunities of tomorrow.
Now in its 26th year, the Deloitte Fast 50 celebrates businesses achieving exceptional growth while navigating increasingly complex market conditions. This year's programme explores how high-growth companies identify emerging opportunities, make confident decisions and stay ahead of change.
Deloitte Private Partner and national Fast 50 lead, James Arlidge, says this year’s theme reflects the qualities that set New Zealand's fastest-growing businesses apart.
"The theme, Tuned into the future, reflects the idea that the businesses achieving extraordinary growth aren't necessarily the loudest in the market, they're the ones most attuned to what's coming next," says Deloitte Private Partner, James Arlidge.
“These businesses can identify opportunities early and make decisions with confidence. That's exactly what we're looking to celebrate with our Fast 50 programme."
The 2026 programme launches with an event in Auckland on 22 July, bringing together founders from three of New Zealand's fastest-growing businesses to discuss growth, leadership and decision-making in today's business environment.
The event will feature conversations with:
- Connor Archbold, Co-founder and Managing Director of Tracksuit
- Karalee and Quincy Tangiau, Founders of Stronghold Group
- Renee Lee, Co-founder and COO, and Grant Taylor, Co-founder and CEO of MOXX Brands.
Together, these businesses secured the top three positions in the 2025 Deloitte Fast 50 index, having achieved remarkable growth while building market-leading organisations in technology, construction and FMCG.
"One of the most valuable aspects of the Deloitte Fast 50 programme is the opportunity to learn directly from founders who have successfully navigated periods of rapid growth," says Arlidge.
"The leaders joining us for our launch event have built some of New Zealand's most exciting high-growth businesses. Their experiences offer amazing insights into what it takes to grow and succeed, and it pays to be in the room with them to hear it all firsthand."
The Deloitte Fast 50 programme comprises two indices:
- Fast 50 Index – recognising businesses that have achieved significant growth over a three-year period.
- Master of Growth Index – celebrating established businesses that have demonstrated sustained growth over the longer term.
Businesses are recognised nationally and regionally across a range of categories and industries.
"Every year we're inspired by the calibre of businesses entering the programme, and we expect this year to be no exception," says Arlidge.
“The Deloitte Fast 50 continues to showcase the ambition, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit of New Zealand's business community so if your business is growing quickly and helping shape the future of New Zealand's economy, we encourage you to enter."
Proudly sponsored by BNZ, entries for Deloitte Fast 50 2026 close on 28 August 2026.
More information about the programme, including eligibility criteria, key dates and entry forms, can be found at fast50.co.nz.
Deloitte Fast 50 2026 key dates:
- Entries open: 20 July
- Launch event: 22 July
- Entries close: 28 August
- Regional announcements: 14 October
- National celebration event: 12 November
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Notes to editors
Regional announcements are where Fast 50 entrants find out if they make the index and are then invited to the national celebration in Auckland, where the full indices are revealed.
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