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Latest Chamber News
A New Chapter for the Chamber
Chamber CEO Ali Boswijk has been appointed Director of Hiwa, the new arts development agency for Nelson Tasman. Ali has been Chief Executive of the Chamber since early 2019 and will remain with the organisation, on a part-time basis, during a planned transition to a new Chief Executive.
Inspiring Women Business Conference
The Inspiring Women Business Conference is bringing women together at the Trafalgar Centre on 22 and 23 October for two days of conversation, connection and fresh perspectives on leadership, business and career development.
Mentoring for local businesses and Chamber members
Are you a start-up wanting advice, got a new business idea you want to run past someone, or are you facing challenges in your business? The Chamber is here to support you every step of the way.
A New Chapter for the Chamber
Chamber CEO Ali Boswijk has been appointed Director of Hiwa, the new arts development agency for Nelson Tasman. Ali has been Chief Executive of the Chamber since early 2019 and will remain with the organisation, on a part-time basis, during a planned transition to a new Chief Executive.
Inspiring Women Business Conference
The Inspiring Women Business Conference is bringing women together at the Trafalgar Centre on 22 and 23 October for two days of conversation, connection and fresh perspectives on leadership, business and career development.
Mentoring for local businesses and Chamber members
Are you a start-up wanting advice, got a new business idea you want to run past someone, or are you facing challenges in your business? The Chamber is here to support you every step of the way.
Upcoming Chamber Events
Westpac Smarts: Johny O'Donnell from Kopu
- 28 Oct 2026
- 10:45 am - 12:00 pm
- Tides Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Join us at Westpac Smarts for an engaging session with Johny O’Donnell from Kōpū, as we hear more about the vision behind Kōpū and the work underway to help shape the future of Whakatū Nelson.
Employment Relation Skills for Small to Medium Businesses
- 29 Oct 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Tasman, Unit 2, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
Gain the ability to communicate baseline expectations with new and existing team members. Managing poor performance and recognising high achievers. Learning Outcomes: Set clear expectations tailored to different work styles. Foster teamwork through effective communication.
Implement feedback mechanisms for alignment. Manage performance proactively, foster support. Implement fair recognition.
Last Chance Nelson Candidate Debate
- 29 Oct 2026
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Tides Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010
With the general election fast approaching on 7 November, we have partnered with the Blue House for a last chance opportunity to hear directly from five local candidates on the issues affecting our region.
Westpac Smarts: Johny O'Donnell from Kopu
- 28 Oct 2026
- 10:45 am - 12:00 pm
- Tides Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Join us at Westpac Smarts for an engaging session with Johny O’Donnell from Kōpū, as we hear more about the vision behind Kōpū and the work underway to help shape the future of Whakatū Nelson.
Employment Relation Skills for Small to Medium Businesses
- 29 Oct 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Tasman, Unit 2, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
Gain the ability to communicate baseline expectations with new and existing team members. Managing poor performance and recognising high achievers. Learning Outcomes: Set clear expectations tailored to different work styles. Foster teamwork through effective communication. Implement feedback mechanisms for alignment. Manage performance proactively, foster support. Implement fair recognition.
Last Chance Nelson Candidate Debate
- 29 Oct 2026
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Tides Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010
With the general election fast approaching on 7 November, we have partnered with the Blue House for a last chance opportunity to hear directly from five local candidates on the issues affecting our region.