Events
Go Accounting Speaker Series: The Rt Hon Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister
- 9 Apr 2026
- 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Tides Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, The Wood, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Join us for lunch and hear from Rt Hon Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister, Minister for National Security and Intelligence, and Minister Responsible for Ministerial Services. Fireside Q&A time included.
Intepeople Business Women's Network with Superintendent Tracey Thompson
- 15 Apr 2026
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 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.
Navigating Rising Energy Costs with ESolar: Sustainable Solutions for Business
- 16 Apr 2026
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Mahithi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Join ESolar for an informative evening designed to help local businesses better navigate the challenges of rising energy costs while exploring practical, sustainable solutions.
Westpac Smarts: Wakatū Incorporation CEO Jeremy Banks
- 17 Apr 2026
- 10:45 am - 12:00 pm
- Tides Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Join us for this Westpac Smarts session with Wakatū Incorporation CEO, Jeremy Banks
AI in Marketing & Communications
- 23 Apr 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
NOW FULL. New Nelson date 2 July see details below. Learn to create audience-focused content, improve visibility in AI-driven search and recommendations, and build momentum in your local market, while always focusing on maintaining quality, brand consistency, and responsible use of business data.
Seven ways to grow your business (Nelson)
- 23 Apr 2026
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Mahitahi Colab Nelson, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Learn seven powerful ways to grow and improve your business today to take your business to the next level.
Findex BA5: Hosted by Noel Leeming Nelson
- 28 Apr 2026
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Noel Leeming Nelson, 68/80 Bridge Street, Nelson, Nelson, 7010
This month's Findex BA5 is hosted by Noel Leeming Nelson
Work Happy - the Science and the Advantage
- 29 Apr 2026
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
Session 1 of 6. This session unpacks what really creates happiness at work (hint: it's not freebies) and how it supports performance and wellbeing.
Sales Strategy & Engagement Essentials
- 6 May 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, 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.
AI Agents for Business: Automating Workflows
- 7 May 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Designed for those who've already explored Generative AI, and are ready to move beyond prompting into agentic AI. You will learn how AI agents work, why context matters more than clever prompts, and how to design practical workflows that help AI tools act more reliably on real business tasks. We will explore the stages of an automation, and how to apply it safely strategically & effectively.
AI Roadmap Workshop
- 7 May 2026
- 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
A structured & interactive assessment covering 2 hours where we: Review your current systems, data and digital maturity. Identify where AI adds value. Prioritise by ROI, feasibility and risk. Select 2-3 projects to implement first.
Marketing Foundations Course
- 13 May 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Gain essential marketing knowledge and the skills necessary for setting a strong foundation for future success. Understand the importance of brand, developing your brand voice, crafting a compelling brand story and identifying your target audience. Designed for those seeking to establish foundation before venturing into advertising.
Mindfulness for Wellbeing & Performance
- 13 May 2026
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
Session 2 of 6. Science clearly shows the connection between mindfulness and wellbeing. Mindfulness offers simple yet powerful tools to enhance both wellbeing and performance.
Seven ways to grow your business (Māpua)
- 21 May 2026
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
Learn seven powerful ways to grow and improve your business today to take your business to the next level.
Employment Relation Skills for Small to Medium Businesses
- 27 May 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Gain the ability to communicate baseline expectations with new and existing team members. Managing poor performance and recognising high achievers.
Transform Your Thinking
- 27 May 2026
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
Session 3 of 6. Join us to develop a healthier relationship with your thoughts and discover how mindfulness can transform your thinking patterns for greater clarity, confidence, and wellbeing.
Generative AI for Business: Turning Curiosity into Competitive Edge
- 4 Jun 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, Nelson, 7005, New Zealand
AI can streamline operations, enhance productivity, improve decision-making, and reduce costs. By the end of the session, you’ll be equipped with the tools and insights to start using AI where it matters most.
Managing Pressure
- 10 Jun 2026
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
Session 4 of 6. While the right amount of pressure can help us thrive, too much can be overwhelming. Learn how to go from stress to strength and work with pressure rather than against it.
Health & Safety Essentials for Small Business
- 10 Jun 2026
- 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.
Building a Social Media Presence
- 17 Jun 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Colab, NMIT 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.
Getting Paid Faster (Nelson)
- 18 Jun 2026
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
The faster you get paid, the more cash you have available and the less stress you experience trying to manage your finances. Learn practical and proven strategies to ensure you’re getting paid as fast as possible.
Take Back Your Time
- 24 Jun 2026
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
Session 5 of 6. When the to-do list feels never-ending, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Take time to reassess how you’re working – and learn some superpowers to help you manage your week more effectively.
ASPIRE 2026
- 26 Jun 2026
- 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
- Trafalgar Centre, Paru Paru Road, Nelson, Nelson, 7010
Save the date! Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce's Aspire Conference returns for another year with the theme “What We Know to Be True”. Register early to secure your seat.
AI in Marketing & Communications
- 2 Jul 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Learn to create audience-focused content, improve visibility in AI-driven search and recommendations, and build momentum in your local market, while always focusing on maintaining quality, brand consistency, and responsible use of business data.
Emotional Awareness and Resilience
- 8 Jul 2026
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
Session 6 of 6. Emotional resilience and intelligence are essential for your wellbeing. Learn how to understand your emotions as valuable information – rather than being ruled by them.
Project Management 101
- 22 Jul 2026 (9:00 am) to 23 Jul 2026 (4:30 pm)
- Mahitahi Tasman, Unit 2, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, 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.
Getting Paid Faster (Māpua)
- 24 Jul 2026
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
The faster you get paid, the more cash you have available and the less stress you experience trying to manage your finances. Learn practical and proven strategies to ensure you’re getting paid as fast as possible.
Retaining Talent - Team Maintenance
- 5 Aug 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Tasman, Unit 2, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand
Learn ways to strengthen workplace culture as the foundation for employee engagement, motivation, and retention. We will explore the core elements: what keeps people engaged at work, and the role of everyday agile leadership behaviours in shaping motivation & performance, with a strong emphasis on team maintenance & ongoing actions leaders take to give teams clarity, connection and collaboration.
Where Is My Money Going? | What Your Numbers Are Telling You
- 26 Aug 2026
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
This practical cashflow session helps business owners make sense of their numbers without the jargon. Instead of feeling unsure or guessing, you will learn how to read what your business is really telling you and use that to make better decisions. You will leave with a simple way to understand your numbers, spot issues early, and take control of your cash and performance.