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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.
Business Award Entries Open Mon 3 August 🏆
Entering the 37th Nelson Pine Industries Chamber of Commerce Business Awards could be the best thing you do for your business this year.
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.
Business Award Entries Open Mon 3 August 🏆
Entering the 37th Nelson Pine Industries Chamber of Commerce Business Awards could be the best thing you do for your business this year.
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
Succession in Family Business
- 23 Sep 2026
- 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
NOTE, NEW DATE. We will delve into what is involved in succession planning, why it is vital and the key elements involved. You’ll leave with an understanding of where you are on your succession journey and a plan for next steps. Succession is one of the greatest challenges associated with running a family business.
Go Accounting Speaker Series: Matthew Hooton, Editor-in-Chief of the Post
- 29 Sep 2026
- 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Tides Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, The Wood, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Join us for lunch and hear the Post's Editor-in-Chief, Matthew Hooton, followed by Q&A.
Manufacturing at China Speed: What New Zealand Manufacturers Need to See
- 30 Sep 2026
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Webinar
Join Rich Robinson for a focused webinar designed specifically for Kiwi manufacturers. Unpack how robotics, AI-driven production, EV supply chains, and next-generation retail systems are actually being built and scaled in Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou and Shenzhen — and what that means for New Zealand companies that want to stay competitive rather than reactive.
Succession in Family Business
- 23 Sep 2026
- 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
NOTE, NEW DATE. We will delve into what is involved in succession planning, why it is vital and the key elements involved. You’ll leave with an understanding of where you are on your succession journey and a plan for next steps. Succession is one of the greatest challenges associated with running a family business.
Go Accounting Speaker Series: Matthew Hooton, Editor-in-Chief of the Post
- 29 Sep 2026
- 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Tides Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, The Wood, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Join us for lunch and hear the Post's Editor-in-Chief, Matthew Hooton, followed by Q&A.
Manufacturing at China Speed: What New Zealand Manufacturers Need to See
- 30 Sep 2026
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Webinar
Join Rich Robinson for a focused webinar designed specifically for Kiwi manufacturers. Unpack how robotics, AI-driven production, EV supply chains, and next-generation retail systems are actually being built and scaled in Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou and Shenzhen — and what that means for New Zealand companies that want to stay competitive rather than reactive.