Uber has announced the return of its Business Booster program – now expanded to reach more people who drive or deliver using the Uber and Uber Eats apps across Australia and New Zealand. The program provides participants with the skills and resources to start or grow their own businesses. Over six months, all eligible earners will have free access to expert-led online masterclasses covering marketing, finance, and strategic planning – designed to help develop and scale their business or entrepreneurial ideas.
Since launching, Uber has helped 200 earners across Australia and New Zealand bring their business ideas to life. This year, Uber has partnered with Rare Birds – a provider of world-class mentoring programs for small businesses and corporates – to relaunch the Business Booster program in a more inclusive and scalable format. The updated program reflects the diverse goals of Uber’s driver partners and delivery people and now includes a chance to submit a pitch video to win a share of AUD $50,000 in business grants, supporting innovation, growth, and the next stage of their ventures.
“This year, we’re bringing the program back in a more scalable format because we know many driver partners and delivery people have great business ideas, and we want to support them not just while they’re earning with Uber, but also in their broader ambitions,” said Emma Foley, General Manager of Uber Australia and New Zealand. “By opening the program to everyone, they’ll have access to practical tools – from marketing and finance to building an action plan – to help bring their business ideas to life. Over the past two years, we’ve seen real-world ventures emerge and thrive, and we’re excited to help more driver partners and delivery people kickstart their entrepreneurial journeys this year.”
Last year, New Zealand based delivery person Suraya O’Brien won the top grant through the Business Booster program, recognised for her innovative take on period underwear. Her story reflects the entrepreneurial mindset many local earners bring to their work: practical, determined, and focused on solving real problems.
“The education component felt like a mini MBA – exactly what I needed as someone with limited business experience. Within five months of winning the top prize, I had successfully launched Flow Riders, which was a huge milestone. To anyone considering this opportunity: take the leap. Whether or not you have a business idea yet, this could be the sign you’ve been waiting for. Believe in the generosity of others, trust in your potential, and give yourself permission to dream big. This program is truly life-changing.”
The program is now available until November 2025 for all Uber driver partners and delivery people who use the Uber platform. Information on how to participate can be found here.