Nelson

ASPIRE 2026

• 26 Jun 2026
• 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
• Trafalgar Centre, Paru Paru Road, Nelson, Nelson, 7010

Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce's Aspire Conference returns for another year with the theme “What We Know to Be True”.

Findex BA5: Hosted by Fineline Architecture in collaboration with Bridge Street Studios

• 30 Jun 2026
• 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Bridge Street Studio's, 131 Bridge Street, Nelson, 7010

This month's Findex BA5 is hosted by Fineline Architecture in collaboration with Bridge Street Studios

Project Management 101 (Note Venue Change)

• 1 Jul 2026 (9:00 am) to 2 Jul 2026 (4:30 pm)
• Mahitahi Colab, NMIT A Block, Room A304, 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.

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.

Young Chamber: AI & The Future of Work

• 2 Jul 2026
• 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand

Young Chamber connects young professionals across Nelson Tasman, offering opportunities to network, learn, and grow both personally and professionally. These sessions are proudly brought to you in partnership with Spa World and Forsyth Barr.

AI Agents for Business: Automating Workflows

• 7 Jul 2026
• 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
• NMIT Campus A Block, Room A304, 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.

NPI Business Awards Info Sessions 2026

• 14 Jul 2026
• 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Mahitahi Colab TASMAN

• 15 Jul 2026
• 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Mahitahi Colab NELSON

Thinking about entering the NPI Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce Business Awards, but not quite sure where to start? Or perhaps you are ready to polish your entry and give your business the best chance to shine?

Inspire Foundation Regional Launch ft. Gilbert Enoka

• 21 Jul 2026
• 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
• The Rutherford Hotel, 27 Nile Street West, Nelson, 7010

Join us for the official launch of Inspire Foundation Nelson Tasman, a special event dedicated to raising awareness of the Foundation's work supporting local children and families, featuring guest speaker Gilbert Enoka.

Go Accounting Speaker Series: Leader of the Opportunity Party - Qiulae Wong

• 23 Jul 2026
• 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
• Tides Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, The Wood, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Join us for lunch and hear the Leader of the Opportunity Party, Qiulae Wong, followed by Q&A.

Attributes of the Modern Leader

• 29 Jul 2026
• 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
• Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

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.

Leading Sales Teams

• 19 Aug 2026
• 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
• Mahitahi Colab, NMIT Campus A Block, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Sales managers and SME business owners who lead sales teams and want to improve team performance and results. This course teaches you how to lead, motivate, and manage your sales team effectively. You'll gain practical tools to plan, implement, and track sales strategies that deliver results.

Know Your Numbers (Nelson)

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

This free one-hour seminar is a practical introduction to the role your financials play in running a successful business. It is designed to give you a clearer picture of what your numbers mean, why they matter, and where to start.

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 hands-on workshop is designed for business owners who want more than a surface-level understanding of their numbers. Build real confidence to interpret your financials and use them to make better day-to-day decisions.

Knowledge @ Noon - Wearing All the Hats (Nelson)

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

Small business owners, start-ups and sole traders often juggle multiple hats. Managing constant decisions, and responding to competing demands has become day to day reality. While passion and purpose matter, what many people really need is clarity: where to focus, how to prioritise, and how to work in a way that’s sustainable.

Young Chamber: The Early Advantage - Investing for Your Future

• 8 Sep 2026
• 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand

Young Chamber connects young professionals across Nelson Tasman, offering opportunities to network, learn, and grow both personally and professionally. These sessions are proudly brought to you in partnership with Spa World and Forsyth Barr.

Knowledge @ Noon - Scaling a Business (Nelson)

• 22 Sep 2026
• 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
• Mahitahi Colab Nelson, 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 - Understanding Xero (Nelson)

• 13 Oct 2026
• 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
• Mahitahi Colab Nelson, 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.