Why join the Chamber?
The Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce is the independent voice of business, offering a complete toolkit of networking, business development, advocacy and training to unlock your potential.
We are the largest and most active business network in the Nelson Tasman region, supporting more than 500 members. Whether you are an established organisation, an emerging professional, or an experienced leader looking to give back, belonging to the Chamber expands your network, builds meaningful relationships, supports growth, and strengthens the collective voice of business in our region.
From Young Chamber members starting their careers, to businesses growing and leading, through to our Alumni members sharing their experience and supporting the next generation, the Chamber connects people at every stage of their business journey.
The benefits of belonging to the Chamber include:
- Networking and Events
Build valuable connections through a wide range of events including Business After Five, Business Women’s Network, Westpac Smarts, and other regular networking opportunities. - Training and Professional Development
Attend workshops, speaker sessions, and programmes designed to build capability and inspire growth. - Business Mentoring and Support
Tailored one-on-one discovery meetings and organisational insights to help identify strengths, opportunities, and areas for growth through our STRONG Business Programme. - Advocacy and Representation
Be part of a collective voice influencing positive change for the business community. - Trade and Export Support
Assistance with documentation and processes to support your international trade activities. - Business Promotion and Profile
Raise your visibility through member profiles in STRONG eMagazine, directory listings, social media, and member-to-member offers via the Chamber App. - Savings and Member Offers
Access exclusive discounts with national partners such as Noel Leeming, Office Max, Bunnings, 2degrees, and Z Energy, along with local member-to-member deals. - Business Awards
Benchmark your business, gain recognition, and celebrate success through our annual Business Awards - Sponsorship / Partnership Opportunities
Increase your brand exposure while supporting Chamber initiatives and events. - Stay Informed
Receive relevant updates through our weekly newsletter and quarterly STRONG eMagazine.
We offer three ways to be part of the Chamber:
- Business Membership – for organisations looking to grow, connect, and have a strong voice in the region. Provides full access to Chamber benefits including networking, training, advocacy, business promotion, and member offers, along with business directory listings and STRONG Magazine profile opportunities.
- Young Chamber Membership* - an individual membership for those under 30, supporting young professionals and emerging leaders with access to Chamber events, networking, training, and dedicated professional development opportunities. Excludes business directory listings and STRONG Magazine profile features (if your business is a Chamber member, your staff under 30 have access to Young Chamber).
- Alumni Membership* – an individual membership, designed for retired business owners and professionals who want to stay connected to the business community. Includes access to Chamber networking, mentoring opportunities, and community initiatives, allowing you to share your experience and support emerging businesses. Excludes business directory listings and STRONG Magazine profile features.
As an independent organisation, we are not aligned to local or central government. This ensures our advocacy remains strong, relevant, and accountable to our members.
If you want to talk about chamber membership contact kim@commerce.org.nz.
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*Please note: Young Chamber is an individual membership and differs from a standard Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce business membership. It does not include a business directory listing or business profile features in STRONG eMagazine.
