Our Staff
Chief Executive
Ali Boswijk – ali@commerce.org.nz
Ali was appointed as Chief Executive of the Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce in February 2019. As CEO, Ali is responsible for overseeing delivery of the Chamber’s strategy and making sure that the team has everything in place to help them provide the best possible service for our members and partners. She directs the advocacy work of the Chamber and participates on several regional forums including as Co-Chair of the Nelson Tasman Regional Skills Leadership Group.
Partnership & Membership Manager
Kim Odendaal - Kim@commerce.org.nz
Kim joined the Chamber in August 2022 and looks after our network of members, sponsors and partners, ensuring that the Chamber is a valuable partner for all businesses, regardless of size or sector.
If you are keen to join the Chamber, have a question around membership or are interested in sponsorship opportunities to partner with us on, please do not hesitate to give Kim a shout.
Communications & Major Events Manager
Britt Coker – britt@commerce.org.nz
Britt’s favourite question to hear is, 'Can you tell me how to enter the Chamber's business awards?". She oversees the process from category entries and judging, to all the moving parts that make up the awards dinner. She is also responsible for the Chamber's other major event - our annual Aspire conference where over 300 local business people gather together to hear from inspiring business leaders from throughout New Zealand, and connect and collaborate with each other. She oversees the Chamber's quarterly publication, Commerce Comment, our weekly e-news, and all other content channels.
Business Development and Training Manager
Trina Zimmerman – trina@commerce.org.nz
As chief “Student Wrangler” for YES, you will find Trina at local high schools supporting young entrepreneurs with their business ventures. She’s also responsible for our programme of business development workshops providing opportunities for you to upskill with our expert presenters.
Business Growth Advisor
Sandra Crone – sandra@commerce.org.nz
Sandra joined the Chamber in January 2018 as our Business Advisor, responsible for issuing capability vouchers under the Regional Business Partnership Scheme. If you’d like some help with your business, or are looking to upskill, talk to Sandra about how you could access some funding to help with this.
Marketing & Membership Executive
Rikki Smith - rikki@commerce.org.nz
Rikki is your go-to person at the Chamber. Any question, she'll probably know the answer (or know who will have the answer for you). Working across all areas of the Chamber, she promotes our members as well as the events, training and services the Chamber provide. She looks after our website, social channels, eNewsletter, as well as supporting the Events and Membership Managers. Rikki also manages our export documents and other general administration.
Creative Careers Advisor
Stephen Broad-Paul - stephen@commerce.org.nz
Stephen leads three portfolios of work - our Creative Careers Service (ArtWork) where he mentors creatives to develop their business/commercial skills. Then there is the MSD Flexiwage and Startup Grant, working one on one with MSD clients, who have a goal of being self-employed. Never one to rest on his laurels, Primetime is Stephen’s most recent addition, leading a cohort of over 50’s in the early stages of establishing a new business.
The artwork in the background of our photos is by Karen Walters, Kereru Gallery.