About Us

"As students ourselves, we understand the pressure of balancing school, sport, work, and everyday life 📚. That’s why we set out to create a healthier, more mindful alternative that supports focus without the crash." Designed to support calm focus and balanced energy, Fuzion combines functional ingredients like L-theanine and Vitamin C for the focus benefits without the high sugar or excessive caffeine found in many drinks. Our powder-based format is also sustainable! ♻️ A powder blend reduces freight, packaging waste, and provides a longer shelf life compared to bottled liquid drinks. Our packaging is also made out of biodegradable natural kraft paper! 🌏

Our Journey

Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) 2026

We’re a student-led team taking part in the 2026 Young Enterprise Scheme, a nationwide business competition held across New Zealand. As part of the programme, we create, develop, and run our own business from designing our product and building our brand all ourselves. Starting with roughly $2000 capital of our own self-funded savings, we turned Fuzion from an idea into a real product through creativity, teamwork, and determination. Through this journey competing in the Young Enterprise Scheme, we’re gaining hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership.

About YES

OUR PRODUCTION JOURNEY 16th March

We started by developing prototypes and formulations in our school kitchens, experimenting with flavours and ingredients while learning what makes a functional drink effective and enjoyable. We received guidance from food chemists and industry professionals who helped us refine our recipe.

VALIDATION 17th - 25th March

We validated our prototypes with business coaches at Spark Tank and interviewing shoppers at Botany Town Centre. Through MANY sampling, and taste testing, (along with help from friends and family!) We refined our product from 10 original flavour ideas down to 4, before finally selecting our top 2 flavours Lime and Blackcurrant based on customer feedback and overall preference.

FINALISING RECIPE 26th March

After completing our validation and taste testing process, we sent our prototypes to food chemists for professional insight and feedback. Their guidance helped us ensure the product aligned with supplemented food standards. Following this stage, we finalised our recipe and made the finishing touches — including enhancing the colour of our blackcurrant blend to better match its bold taste and branding.

PRODUCTION 17th May

Our team hired a certified commercial kitchen to complete the production and packaging of Fuzion. Over the course of five hours, we carefully measured, packed, and sealed more than 300 pouches by hand. To maintain high food safety and hygiene standards, all team members wore gloves, masks, and hairnets throughout the production process. Every pouch also underwent a quality control check before being heat sealed to ensure consistency, accuracy, and presentation across every product.

MARKETING DESIGN AND PHOTOGRAPHY 18th May

To bring the Fuzion brand to life, we had a photographer capture visually appealing photos. We then used Adobe design software to edit and create engaging content for our social media and marketing platforms.