our story

Alli’s journey of creating Sharenanigans began with her own challenges, when her solo dad was made redundant. It was then that she realised the importance of financial preparation.

She wasn't taught about investing in school or by her parents. By the time she was introduced to investing, she had created perceived barriers leading her to believe she didn’t fit the ‘mould’ of who you need to be to invest.

Alli quickly realised too many others were in the same boat. The game provides an engaging way for families to learn about investing together, making it accessible and fun for all. 

While at the University of Canterbury, Alli began working on the concept. Originally starting as an app, Sharenanigans quickly shifted to a board game format for great family collaboration, faster development and greater creative control.

This decision proved crucial, allowing for rapid prototyping and iteration, along with a much greater attractiveness to families. The result is a game that brings family and friends together, to highlight key investment principles through play, encouraging players to make smart financial decisions based on market conditions and goals.

Partnering with Pete and Clive from Be Better Group and owners of Antony and Mates, Allis’s drawings on cardboard were turned into a game that looked as fun as it is to play. 

Sharenanigans is now ready to become the game for future generations, in households across NZ and Beyond.