Leftbrain Group Ltd

LeftBrain Group Ltd was one of the first online retailers in New Zealand, founded in 1996, which sold toys.

Leftbrain operated gumboot.co.nz (books and dvds), iqtoys.co.nz (toys), babyuniverse.co.nz (baby gear), iwantthat.co.nz (wacky gadgets and gizmos), petspot.co.nz (pet supplies), and Beauty 360.

In April 16th, 2015 LeftBrain Group entered liquidation, and was acquired by MightyApe.

History

 * LeftBrain Group started out as a home-business in 1996 by Shane Loomb.
 * LeftBrain Group later changed into a retailer offering over 5 million products for purchase.
 * In April 16th, 2015 LeftBrain Group entered liquidation, and was acquired by MightyApe.

Awards

 * 2000 - Netguide Magazine: NZ's best online shopping site
 * 2007 - Deloitte: Fastest 50 Growing Companies in NZ
 * 2009 - Deloitte: Fastest Growing Mature Business (Central North Island)