Empowering transformation through technology
We are a boutique digital strategy, design and technology consultancy dedicated to delivering innovative, tailored solutions that drive growth and create lasting value.
About Us
We are a boutique digital strategy, design and technology consultancy dedicated to delivering innovative, tailored solutions that drive growth and create lasting value. Rooted in the intersection of strategy, design, and technology, we partner with businesses to transform ideas into powerful digital experiences that resonate with users and align with business goals.
We envision a future where businesses and technology are perfectly aligned, where digital solutions enhance human potential, and where every company, regardless of size, has the tools to innovate and lead in their industry. As trusted partners, we are committed to guiding our clients through this digital evolution, ensuring they succeed in a rapidly changing world.
We set out to empower organisations by blending cutting-edge technology with human-centered design. We deliver digital products and strategies that are not only scalable and efficient but also adaptable to ever-evolving market needs. We believe in creating lasting impact by delivering well-crafted solutions that bring our clients' visions to life.
Partners
Kolab partners with Doodl as our development & tech experts and with Oyster Workshop as our strategy and insights partner. Both companies bring extensive experience across diverse clients, providing Kolab with timely expertise to ensure we achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients
Oyster Workshop
Oyster Workshop brings strategic depth and insight to Kolab, leveraging their experience across a wide client base to help us craft targeted strategies that drive impactful, client-focused outcomes.
Doodl
Doodl transforms businesses through intelligent digital solutions. They specialise is helping established companies navigate digital evolution, creating custom web products and digital strategies that drive real business outcomes.
What We Offer
Digital Strategy
We help businesses navigate the complexities of the digital landscape by crafting strategies that are data-driven, insight-led, and aligned with long-term objectives.
Technology Solutions
From custom web development to mobile apps and complex systems integrations, our tech solutions are designed to be efficient, scalable, and future proof.
User Experience & Design
Our design philosophy centres on creating intuitive, delightful user experiences that enhance customer engagement and foster loyalty.
Digital Product Development
We bring ideas to life by building functional, beautiful, and scalable digital products that deliver seamless user experiences and drive business growth.
Delivery & Optimisation
Our delivery process ensures projects are executed on time and within scope. We continuously optimize products post-launch, ensuring they evolve alongside business goals and market trends.
Let’s make things happen
Contact us today to learn more about how our unique approach can help deliver growth and lasting value for your business
Our Approach
Our Team
Ben Rennie
Ben is a leader in digital product management and delivery, with a proven track record of spearheading international expansion in the fintech and proptech sectors.
His extensive experience in large-scale digital transformations spans multiple industries, where he has led projects from product management, consulting, and project management perspectives. Ben brings a depth of expertise that ensures meticulous attention to detail and a focus on delivering top-tier digital products. Driven by a passion for design thinking in complex environments, Ben excels at identifying opportunities, value, and success.
Ben’s digital product experience spans from being in the trenches to more strategic roles, working on everything from initial discovery phases to Go-to-Market execution and delivering high-impact digital products that align with strategic business objectives.
Ben Carson
Ben Carson is a tech leader specialising in IT solutions with a strong emphasis on web and software development.
He leads the delivery of full-stack development services, custom software solutions, cloud-based platforms, robust e-commerce systems, and enterprise-level integrations. This expertise makes Ben an ideal leader for tech transformation projects at Ko.Lab.
Ben leverages cutting-edge technologies to build scalable applications, incorporating DevOps practices, API development, and custom CMS solutions.
His focus on automation, process optimisation, and backend system integration has enabled clients to achieve seamless digital transformation. Known for his no-nonsense, pragmatic approach, Ben prioritises integrity in all his solutions.
Sarah Rennie
Sarah Rennie is a visionary leader known for steering complex projects while ensuring they are grounded in strong operational frameworks.
With deep governance expertise, she effectively balances high-level strategy with practical execution, making her a natural fit for driving tech-enabled business transformations. Sarah led the development of a bespoke Māori and Pacific e-commerce platform, integrating cultural insights with advanced digital solutions.
As a board member of Oxfam in the Pacific and Aotearoa, she brings valuable knowledge of regional development, complementing her leadership on New Zealand commercial boards. Known for her decisive, no-nonsense approach, Sarah prioritises transparency and integrity, ensuring that every initiative delivers long-term value to clients and stakeholders.