Events

20 events

Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr & GM of Sustainable Performance Tom Williams

  • 20 Feb 2025
  • 7:30 am - 9:30 am
  • Tides Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson

Don't miss this chance to hear from two of New Zealand's leading experts shaping our financial and sustainable future, Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr and GM of Sustainable Performance Tom Williams

Findex BA5: Hosted by Findex

  • 25 Feb 2025
  • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Findex Nelson, Level 1, 15 Bridge Street, Nelson, Nelson, 7010

Join us for the first Findex BA5 of the year, hosted by Findex to celebrate the unveiling of their brand-new state-of-the-art offices in Bridge Street.

MP Laura McClure: Termination of Employment by Agreement Amendment Bill

  • 26 Feb 2025
  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Maungatapu Boardroom, Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Join ACT MP Laura McClure as she hosts a workshop on her Member’s Bill, Employment Relations (Termination of Employment by Agreement) Amendment Bill that would offer employers protections to negotiate the exit of an employee

35th Nelson Pine Industries Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Dinner

  • 28 Feb 2025
  • 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
  • Annesbrook Event Centre, 40 Saxton Rd West, Stoke, Nelson, 7011, New Zealand

The 35th annual Nelson Pine Industries Chamber of Commerce Business Awards recognise local innovation and success in business, as well as groups making a difference in the environmental and community sectors.

Business Planning Course

  • 4 Mar 2025
  • 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Te Pukenga Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Every business should have a Business Plan. Would you like: To increase the level of growth, profitability and cashflow in your business? Have support to unlock your business potential? Have a clear outline of what you need to do to unlock this potential? Have a document against which to measure your progress? If yes, this course is for you.

YES Spark Tank - Marlborough

  • 13 Mar 2025
  • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Marlborough Girls College, 21 Mclauchlan Street, Springlands, Blenheim

Young Enterprise Scheme or YES aims to inspire young people to discover their potential in business and in life. We need local business people for this 2 hour session to assist by being a ‘speed coach’ for local business studies students.

Intepeople Business Women's Network with Dame Suzie Moncrieff

  • 13 Mar 2025
  • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Intepeople's BWN is about creating a network of driven and successful women who can inspire and support each other, by providing a collaborative and inclusive platform for networking, professional development, and personal growth.

YES Spark Tank - Nelson

  • 14 Mar 2025
  • 9:30 am - 11:30 pm
  • Nelson College for Girls, 400 Trafalgar Street South, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Young Enterprise Scheme or YES aims to inspire young people to discover their potential in business and in life. We need local business people for this 2 hour session to assist by being a ‘speed coach’ for local business studies students.

Building a Social Media Presence

  • 18 Mar 2025
  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Te Pukenga Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

This session will guide participants in selecting the right platforms, establishing an effective posting frequency, creating visually appealing content using fundamental tools, crafting engaging captions, mastering the art of post scheduling, and understanding social media insights. To empower you with the essential skills to navigate and thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of social media.

Adapting to a New 'Business as Usual'

  • 19 Mar 2025
  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am
  • Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

A new financial year means resetting and reviewing your business strategy. This is a time to re-invent how we operate and define a clear plan to reach a new 'business as usual'.

Dragons' Den: Climate Change Edition

  • 19 Mar 2025
  • 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • The Boathouse, 326 Wakefield Quay, Nelson, 7010

Dare you enter the Dragons’ Den? Nelson City Council and the Chamber presents an evening of Climate Change action and innovation at the Boathouse. Businesses with innovative project ideas aimed at reducing emissions will pitch in a Dragons' Den format for the opportunity to receive up to $25,000 in funding.

Westpac Smarts Fireside Insights: Leadership & Resilience Lessons from Richie McCaw

  • 21 Mar 2025
  • 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • The Rutherford Hotel, Maitai Room, Nelson

He’s captained the All Blacks in 110 of his 148 Tests, twice leading them to World Cup victory. A Westpac Ambassador for over 17 years, we’re proud to have Richie in Nelson to share his inspirational stories and insights. Join us and Westpac New Zealand for this free fireside chat with Richie McCaw, where he’ll share his experiences on leadership, resilience and coolness under pressure.

Project Management 101

  • 1 Apr 2025 (9:00 am) to 2 Apr 2025 (4:30 pm)
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Te Pukenga Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

This two-day instructor led course has been designed to introduce the concepts of Project Management to help ensure a common understanding – regardless of whether you are a project manager, sponsor, team member or coordinator. The course covers the unique language, principles and tools of project management and builds a case for their application back at the workplace.

Health & Safety Essentials for Small Business

  • 10 Apr 2025
  • 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

The purpose of this one-day course is to give you the oversight you need to ensure your business health and safety systems and processes reflect a best-practice approach. Each session comes with practical templates for you to use in your business to comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 2015. It also supports your understanding of the core elements of a health and safety system.

Business Growth - Planning and Strategy Course

  • 30 Apr 2025
  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Te Pukenga Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

This course is designed to help Business Owners and Managers improve their Business Planning Capability within the business. You'll learn how to set goals, define a business's vision and mission, develop strategic plans, identify competitive advantages, and create measurable targets and operational strategies for your business.

Governance 101: Introduction to the Duties of a Director Course

  • 5 May 2025
  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Thinking about becoming a director or trustee? Maybe you already are and want to brush up on your knowledge and skills? When is the right time to set up a governance board? How well are we doing in governance terms? This session is interactive and will provide practical exercises to enhance your governance skills and experience.

Governance 102: Introduction to Board Strategy Course

  • 6 May 2025
  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

This half day course is for those who have recently become a director or about to join a board. It builds on the Introduction to the Duties of a Director (Gov101) course, providing a detailed look at Strategy in the board setting.

People Management Series

  • 7 May 2025 (9:30 am) to 17 Jun 2025 (11:30 am)
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Te Pukenga Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Presenters: Denise Hartley-Wilkins, Marie Tovio, Jon Lasenby and Marty Logan. This 7 week series focuses on developing your people management skills to deal with the human aspect of business success.

Marketing Foundations Course

  • 13 May 2025
  • 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Te Pukenga Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Gain essential marketing knowledge and skills necessary for setting a strong foundation for future success. Helping participants in understanding their brand, identifying their target audience, developing a brand voice, and crafting a compelling brand story. Designed for those seeking to establish foundation before venturing into advertising, whether through DIY efforts or outsourcing.

Client Management & Sales Planning

  • 18 Jun 2025
  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Te Pukenga Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

We will cover, understanding the psychological needs of the buying client, and what is needed to meet those needs within the sales interaction process. Sales training expertise, anchored in the ‘real world’, & cover specific skills and techniques that will improve your sales processes and assist revenue growth.