Training

Investing in training is one of the most effective ways to strengthen your business. Chamber courses are designed to give local businesses practical tools, fresh thinking, and the confidence to tackle everyday challenges.

Many courses are eligible for co-funding through the Regional Business Partnership Network (RBPN), a free service supporting business to build capabilities and grow.

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15 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.

Governance in Family Business

  • 8 Oct 2026
  • 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand

Having formal governance structures assists open communication, reduces internal conflicts, nurtures the next generation, and develops a shared family vision. This session will help you understand key elements of governance, identify your gaps and plan next steps towards sound governance in your family business.

Knowledge @ Noon - Understanding Xero (Nelson)

  • 13 Oct 2026
  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

This presentation will cover Xero training, best practices and how to get the most out of what is a great tool.

Employment Relation Skills for Small to Medium Businesses

  • 14 Oct 2026
  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, 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.

Bolstering Your Balance Sheet (Nelson)

  • 15 Oct 2026
  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am
  • Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Profitable businesses can go broke. Solvency is your acid test for survival and a strong Balance Sheet can help you weather any storms.

Knowledge @ Noon - Operational Technology (Māpua)

  • 15 Oct 2026
  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand

In this session Bluehex walks through what OT actually is, why standard IT security advice doesn't quite fit it, and what goes wrong in real New Zealand businesses when it's left alone. No scare stories - just a clear picture of what you've got, what's worth worrying about, and the handful of practical steps that make the biggest difference.

Knowledge @ Noon - Scaling a Business (Nelson) NEW DATE

  • 20 Oct 2026
  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

This presentation will cover building systems so the business runs without you, repeatable sales engines and diversification, automation and process design, managing rapid growth without breaking operations and the challenge of managing upfront costs before revenue starts to come in.

Knowledge @ Noon - Productivity in Your Business (Māpua)

  • 21 Oct 2026
  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand

Help recognise where productivity is being lost through delays, rework, bottlenecks, inconsistent processes and day-to-day firefighting. The session will introduce continuous improvement in straightforward business language and provide participants with practical tools they can use immediately.

Knowledge @ Noon - Mediation (Nelson)

  • 28 Oct 2026
  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, NMIT A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Cameron, Simon and Richard will talk about mediation, its benefits and the role it has to play in dispute resolution.

Attributes of the Modern Leader

  • 4 Nov 2026
  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Participants explore four essential attributes of contemporary leadership: clarity of identity and intention, energy and aliveness, aligned action, and influence with courage. The session is designed to help leaders strengthen self-awareness, focus on what matters most, protect and regenerate their energy, and build the confidence to influence others with greater purpose and impact.

Sales Leadership, Coaching & Accountability

  • 11 Nov 2026
  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Focusing on the people side of leadership. You'll gain practical tools to understand yourself and others, coach more effectively, and create a culture where people take ownership, follow through on commitments, and perform at their best.

Knowledge @ Noon - How to Win More Government Tenders ONLINE

  • 18 Nov 2026
  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Online, 7010, New Zealand

Tenders often land on top of your existing workload, becoming an additional project for your busy team. This webinar walks through the end-to-end tender workflow and shows you where your time is best focused. Useful whether you tender regularly or are just starting out.

Bolstering Your Balance Sheet (Māpua)

  • 19 Nov 2026
  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand

Profitable businesses can go broke. Solvency is your acid test for survival and a strong Balance Sheet can help you weather any storms.

Knowledge @ Noon - Scaling a Business (Māpua)

  • 1 Dec 2026
  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Tasman, 18 Stafford Drive, Māpua, Tasman, 7005, New Zealand

This presentation will cover building systems so the business runs without you, repeatable sales engines and diversification, automation and process design, managing rapid growth without breaking operations and the challenge of managing upfront costs before revenue starts to come in.

Sales Strategy & Engagement Essentials

  • 17 Feb 2027
  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Mahitahi Colab, 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.