Business Whanganui - Chamber of Commerce

7 Ways to Grow your Business
2023-04-26 16:00 - 17:30 (Pacific/Auckland)
Details coming soon.

Korero with our Board
2023-05-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Mint Cafe, 5 Maria Place, Whanganui, 4500, New Zealand
Join two members of the Business Whanganui Board for coffee or tea and a chat about all things business related in a small group environment.
The coffee/tea is on us.

Excel 101: Spreadsheets for Administrators
2023-06-14 08:30 - 10:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
If you are new to Excel (or new-ish and self-taught) and want to learn spreadsheeting essentials, then this session is for you.
Here we will cover the basics of best practice when starting a spreadsheet, entering data in the most efficient way, and skills that will allow you to make the most of spreadsheet features including:

Formatting cells
Creating an Excel table
Introduction to formula
Sorting and filtering information
Fill and Flash Fill

This is a hands-on, learn-by-doing session. There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and have a go.
This course is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning about spreadsheets, no matter your age or stage. No previous experience required. Some basic computing knowledge would be helpful.
Please bring your own laptop.
Numbers for this workshop are limited.
Member $44.90 plus GST | Non-member $54.90 plus GST

Excel Next Steps: Spreadsheets for Business Administration
2023-06-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
This 90-minute workshop will introduce participants to some of the key features of Excel and give you an overview into what they can do:

Data validation – Making your data entry more accurate
An introduction to Excel functions
Power Query – Organise, combine, manipulate your data
Pivot Tables – how to quickly summarise and analyse your data

This is a hands-on learn-by-doing session, and there will be the opportunity to ask questions and have a go.
Suitable as a follow on for those who have attended the 8.30am 101 workshop, and for people who are using Excel and are comfortable with simple formulas and formatting, and would like to learn some useful tips for more efficient use.
Please bring your own laptop.
Member $44.90 plus GST | Non-member $54.90 plus GST

POSTPONED: What's Next? Succession Planning, Exit Strategies, Creating a Legacy
2023-07-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
DUE TO A CHANGE IN SITUATION THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED AND A NEW DATE WILL BE SET IN NOVEMBER. WE WILL LET YOU KNOW ONCE THIS IS CONFIRMED. WE APOLOGISE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE.
Planning for the future and ensuring a lasting legacy can be a complex task. As you contemplate your exit strategy, you may be unsure about the best approach — do you sell outright, transfer ownership to family members, transition leadership while retaining ownership, or consider a management buy-out? Additionally, if there will be only one successor, how do you identify them, and how do you manage potential fallout among other family members? These are important considerations that require careful thought and planning.
That’s why we invite you to join us for an extended Business for Lunch workshop led by Jim Bibby, an expert in the field. Jim has extensive experience in business and governance, and is President of the German New Zealand Chamber of Commerce. In this session, Jim will provide invaluable insights into family business succession planning and help guide you through the process of creating a lasting legacy.
During this workshop, you will:
Explore various exit strategies: Gain clarity on the different options available to you, including their advantages and disadvantages, so that you can make informed decisions aligned with your goals and values.
Identify successors and manage expectations: Learn how to identify potential successors within your family and develop strategies to minimize conflicts and manage expectations among family members.
Plan for a smooth transition: Develop a comprehensive succession plan that outlines the timeline, roles, and responsibilities for the transfer of leadership and ownership. Discover effective communication and governance strategies that will ensure a seamless transition and preserve family harmony.
This workshop will provide you with practical strategies, real-life case studies, and the opportunity to connect with other like-minded business owners who are facing similar challenges. By attending, you will gain the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about the future of your family business, ensuring a successful transition and a lasting legacy.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to benefit from Jim Bibby’s expertise and gain valuable insights into family business succession planning. Start shaping the future of your family business today and create a legacy that will endure for generations to come.
Lunch included.

Business for Breakfast with Erica Stanford MP
2023-07-27 07:15 - 08:30 | Mint Cafe, 5 Maria Place, Whanganui, 4500, New Zealand
Join us for this Business for Breakfast event with Erica Stanford MP.
This is not a political rally, it’s an opportunity to have a conversation about issues affecting business in the region – including what we need to meet present and future workforce resourcing demands.
Education at all levels, external immigration, and accommodation and support of ethnic communities are all factors in this. Political leanings aside, Erica Stanford is a key influencer in these areas, and that’s why this conversation is worth your time to have.
Small group, breakfast and barista coffee included.

Leadership Done Differently with Dr Ellen Nelson
2023-07-31 17:30 - 19:00 | The Backhouse, Cnr Taupo Quay & Drews Avenue, Whanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui, 4501, New Zealand
We invite you to join the Thought Leadership Winter Series – a platform that inspires with innovative and insightful thinking from leading business personalities. Hear their stories, learn from their experiences, and use this inspiration to make a positive difference to your business.
Session 2: Leadership Done Differently Building on the incredible first session in the Thought Leadership Winter Series – Pioneering Leadership with Paul Bayly, this month our guest speaker is the engaging and brilliant Dr Ellen Nelson – Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year 2023 ‘Local Hero’, and Manawatu Standard Person of the Year 2022.
In this session – Leadership Done Differently – Ellen will share with us her experiences as a military leader, academic and leadership researcher, gender advisor to the NZ military, businesswoman, volunteer, and mum – and talk about her involvement in the Food and Fibre sector leadership development project for Rural Leaders.
We will also learn about the #workschoolhours and #belongingautonomypurpose movements Ellen has started.
Come away with a fresh perspective, and learning from an interesting case study for how leadership can be done differently, and how you can improve business outcomes such as wellbeing, staff retention, engagement, productivity, innovation, and performance.
Find out more about Ellen on her website: www.ellenjoannelson.com
No charge.

Women After 5 with Nicki Crowley, Scafit
2023-08-16 17:30 - 19:00 | The Burrow, 45 Taupo Quay, Whanganui, Wanganui-Manawatu, 4500, New Zealand
There’s a lot of talk about people-centric business being the way of the future (and let’s not forget about now) but what does this really mean? Join us for Women After 5 with special Guest Speaker, Nicki Crowley, General Manager of Scafit Limited to find out.
Technically Scafit are a scaffolding business with locations here in Whanganui and Palmerston North – but they are much more than that. They are a business that walks the talk of people-centric led business.
They have a moving back-story and a commitment to health and safety, and staff wellbeing and development, that is both inspiring and transformational, and hold ISO45001 accreditation for health and safety and BCORP certification which meets the highest standards of social and environmental impact.
Come and meet the woman the team call ‘the Rock’.
Inspiration on our doorstep. Don’t miss this.
Check out this video on YouTube to find out more Accord Beacons Case Study – People centric approach to staff wellbeing and development – Scafit – YouTube

Excel - Navigating Excel's Latest Features
2023-08-22 12:30 - 13:30 | Online Event
Did you know that Microsoft is constantly updating Excel? There have been some great new features added to Excel in the last few years. You might be struggling to get your spreadsheet to do something that can now be done with a simple formula or built-in feature.
Join this free online lunch and learn session to hear from Grant Baldwin of Custom Spreadsheet Solutions about the latest features to be added to Excel, including:

Ideas – how Excel will analyse your data for you.
Card View – makes it easier to see your spreadsheet on your phone, great for when you are out and about.
Xlookup – powerful lookup formula to replace vlookup.
Sort – a new formula that can sort a list.

Most people use a spreadsheet for something in their business and most don’t make use of the many features available. Come and make sure you are up with the play and getting the most out of the latest version of Excel.
Note: this event is online and viewable from wherever you are provided you have an internet connection.
Please register below and join online using the link below. If you can, get online a few minutes before 12.30pm to ensure you are connected and ready to go at 12.30.
Topic: Excel – The latest features
You Host: Grant Baldwin
Date-Time: 12:30pm Tuesday, 22 August 2023
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84450484781?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 844 5048 4781
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Business After 5 with Empire PR
2023-08-24 17:30 - 19:00 | The Wanganui Club, 136 St Hill Street, Whanganui, 4500
Join with Business Whanganui community members at this Business After 5 event hosted by Empire PR in The Wanganui Club located in Heritage House at 136 Saint Hill Street.
We will have the chance to mix and mingle …. possibly to slip in a game of snooker …. and we will all learn something new and most likely meet someone new.
Kathy Cunningham, Founder and Director of Empire PR, will present a Small Talk around her business and the importance of surrounding ourselves with experts.
It will be a fun and informative evening. Don’t miss this.
About our Host
Kathy Cunningham founded Empire PR in Auckland in 1992 and built it to be an award-winning event and PR agency.
She is a respected and valued judge for the PRINZ (Public Relations Institute of New Zealand) and NZEA (New Zealand Events Association) Awards.
Passionate about learning, Kathy recently gained her APR with PRINZ, and studied for three years at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Demonstrating a commitment to sharing her knowledge and expertise, Kathy co-wrote the Integrated Marketing Communications syllabus for third-year Communications students at AUT.
Kathy and her team of experts were responsible for the first carbon neutral event in NZ with the Auckland Seafood Festival, and here in Whanganui, Kathy was responsible for managing the New Zealand Masters Games and Artist Open Studios in 2016.
Beer, wine juice and nibbles provided at no charge thanks to our host.
The Wanganui Club will operate a cash-bar for spirits, etc.

Thought Leadership with David Langford
2023-08-29 17:30 - 19:00 | The Backhouse, Cnr Taupo Quay & Drews Avenue, Whanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui, 4501, New Zealand
We invite you to join the Thought Leadership Winter Series – a platform that inspires with innovative and insightful thinking from leading business personalities. Hear their stories, learn from their experiences, and use this inspiration to make a positive difference to your business.
Our speaker this month is David Langford, CEO of Whanganui District Council. Stay tuned for more details.

Business for Breakfast with Ben Blain, WellStream
2023-09-05 07:00 - 08:30 | The Barracks, 170 St Hill Street, Whanganui, 4500
WellStream is a deep-tech employee wellbeing provider based in Whanganui. After three years of R&D they are launching in September with a goal to help Whanganui become the wellbeing-capital of New Zealand. Join WellStream CEO, Ben Blain, to learn about the current state of the Nation’s mental health, what it means for your business, and how to deploy a workplace wellbeing strategy that generates a 10:1 return on investment.
Breakfast included.

Excel Basics for Business Administrators
2023-09-21 08:30 - 10:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
This workshop covers the basics of best practice when starting a spreadsheet, entering data in the most efficient way and skills that will allow you to make the most of spreadsheet features including:

Formatting cells
Creating an Excel table
Introduction to formula
Sorting and filtering information
Fill and Flash Fill

This is a hands-on, learn-by-doing session. There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and have a go.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Participants must bring their own (charged) laptop for use at this workshop.
Street parking only – no onsite – however its a quick walk from town and there is plenty of parking on the street. 6 mins walk to Majestic Square.
By proceeding to book for this event, you confirm you accept the the terms of our Cancellation Policy below and have read and understand this Important Notes section.

CANCELLATION POLICY FOR THIS EVENT:
If you are registered but cannot attend for any reason, please let us know as soon as possible. Email: admin@businesswhanganui.nz or Phone/Text: 021 345 385 or Messenger: @businesswhanganui

Refunds: Available with min. 48-hours notice of cancellation of booking by email, phone, text or messenger detailed above.
Transfer: Available with received notice of being unable to attend.
No-contact & No-show: Full payment for booking is required. We will have incurred costs on your behalf and appreciate your attention to meeting these so we don’t have to.

Excel Next Steps for Business Administration Workshop
2023-09-21 10:30 - 12:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
This 90-minute workshop will introduce participants to some of the key features of Excel and give you an overview into what they can do:• Data validation – Making your data entry more accurate• An introduction to Excel functions• Power Query – Organise, combine, manipulate your data• Pivot Tables – how to quickly summarise and analyse your data
Suitable as a follow on for those who have attended the 8.30am 101 workshop, and for people who are using Excel and are comfortable with simple formulas and formatting, and would like to learn some useful tips for more efficient use.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Participants must bring their own (charged) laptop for use at this workshop.Street parking only – no onsite – however its a quick walk from town and there is plenty of parking on the street. 6 mins walk to Majestic Square.
By proceeding to book for this event, you confirm you accept the the terms of our Cancellation Policy below and have read and understand this Important Notes section.

CANCELLATION POLICY FOR THIS EVENT:
If you are registered but cannot attend for any reason, please let us know as soon as possible. Email: admin@businesswhanganui.nz or Phone/Text: 021 345 385 or Messenger: @businesswhanganui
Refunds: Available with min. 48-hours notice of cancellation of booking by email, phone, text or messenger detailed above.Transfer: Available with received notice of being unable to attend.No-contact & No-show: Full payment for booking is required. We will have incurred costs on your behalf and appreciate your attention to meeting these so we don’t have to.

Black Pine Architects Business After 5: Celebrating B Corp Certification – an evening of inspiration, sustainability, and celebration! 🥂🌱
2023-09-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
Black Pine Architects are thrilled to announce that they have achieved a monumental milestone in their sustainability journey: they are now a Certified B Corporation! 🌍✨
To mark this incredible achievement, Black Pine are hosting this month’s Business After 5 Event at the new Business Whanganui Guyton Street offices, and you are invited.
Register below for catering purposes. Note: street parking only, or a six minute stroll from Majestic Square.

Mapping Trade Horizons: Analysing the NZ-UK Trade Agreement in a Global Context
2023-10-02 17:30 - 19:00 | Conference & Function Centre, 354 Main Street, Palmerston North Central, 4410
The New Zealand Institute of International Affairs, Palmerston North, is hosting an event centred around the NZ-UK Trade Agreement.
This event aims to provide insights into the agreement’s provisions, opportunities, challenges, and potential impacts for both New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Highlights include discussions on global alignment, sectoral impact, and collaboration opportunities.
The event will feature a special keynote address by Hon Tim Groser, Former Minister of Trade and Climate Change, Former NZ Ambassador to the US who will share his expertise on the agreement’s significance in regional and global trade relations.
Her Excellency Ms Iona Thomas, High Commissioner will give the opening remarks followed by Palmerston North Mayor Grant Smith.
This will be followed by a panel discussion comprising of two panellists – from the business sector exportin/importing successfully to the UK and Hamza Haidon, Unit Manager, Trade Policy and Implementation Division from Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Hon. Tim Groser.
The event offers a platform to gain a deeper understanding of the agreement’s implications within the broader global context.
This event is sponsored by the British High Commission, Palmerston North City Council, Manawatū Business Chamber and Business First New Zealand.
Why businesses should attend:
This event offers a unique platform to gain an in-depth understanding of the NZ-UK Trade Agreement, a pact with far-reaching implications for trade relations. By participating, businesses can identify potential opportunities and challenges, ensuring they stay ahead in this evolving landscape.
Moreover, engaging with industry experts and policymakers can provide a competitive edge, offering a holistic view of how this agreement fits into the global trade context. This event isn’t just about information; it’s about forging connections, sharing knowledge, and actively contributing to the future of international trade.
REGISTER HERE

Time Management Essentials for Business
2023-10-18 08:30 - 12:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
About this Learning: Ineffective time use is a real challenge. We want to be better organised, more efficient, more effective, and to have higher output, but we sometimes struggle with the skills and understanding to self-evaluate, prioritise, and plan effectively to make sure things are working at their best. That’s where this workshop, Time Management Essentials for Business can help. Suitable for learners at all stages of work, in a small group hands-on workshop.
Learning Objectives: Help you to understand where your time goes using tracking and analysis techniques, Identify and develop strategies for your biggest time management challenges, Share with you an effective method for evaluating, setting, and managing your priorities, Show you how to set a fail-proof schedule to help you manage your workday.
Participants will walk away from this workshop and immediately be able to apply the learning to the rest of their workday – and beyond. There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and have a go. Find out more and book using the Book Now link above.

Business After 5: Paddle Steamer Waimarie with Good Bones Distilling
2023-10-26 17:30 - 19:00
Join us for this BA5 with our hosts, Waimarie Trust and Good Bones Distilling. Meet new Waimarie Trust Manager, Jen Britton, and take a fresh look at the Waimarie as a venue for meetings, product launches, and small conferences, as well as charter events; and hang for a moment with Good Bones’ Vaughan Campbell who has some tastings of his products for us, including a new flavoured vodka fresh out of development.
It will be an evening to remember as we enjoy a spot of hospitality and networking on this wonderful Whanganui icon. Don’t miss out.
Wet weather venue will be the Waimarie Museum.

Whanganui Young Professionals November Networking
2023-11-02 17:30 - 19:00 | Porridge Watson, 30 Drews Avenue, Whanganui, 4500
Whanganui Young Professionals is a new initiative brought to you by Isabelle Barfucci, Josh Chandulal-Mackay and Sam Monaghan.
About us:
We’re a collective of professional individuals in our twenties and thirties interested in making connections, sharing insights, and building a supportive and prosperous community…. and making things fun and interesting.
Our members encompass a diverse range of backgrounds—native locals, recent transplants, and those returning to establish roots. What unites us is our shared desire to facilitate engaging encounters and to cultivate knowledge.
Our goal for the network is to grow our community and in future to curate a blend of social networking opportunities and events focused on both professional and personal growth.
We’d love it if you would join us for this network gathering.
50% off your first beer or wine.
If you have questions, chat to Isabelle, Josh or Sam, or you can email Isabelle : isabelle@WILKINSONSMITH.CO.NZ

Cultivate and Keep your Best People with Robyn Young
2023-11-07 07:00 - 08:30 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
Join us for Business for Breakfast with Robyn Young, Founder and Director of RYHR, a Human Resource (HR) Consultancy based out of Palmerston North.
RYHR provide businesses throughout New Zealand with support and guidance on all things HR, from improving wellbeing at work and providing guidance on pay and benefits, to culture and engagement initiatives, hiring great people, and dealing with employment issues.
The RYHR team have a wealth of knowledge and experience about how to manage and lead your people so that your team enjoy their workplace and team, they do good/great work, and ideally stay with you.
There is not one reason people stay with their employer but a combination of factors that make people stay – it’s not just about the money, although that is important.
Robyn will break the concept of retention down into bite sized and achievable pieces for people to understand and apply to their own workplace.
Robyn has qualifications in Human Resources, Psychology and Employment Law, along with 20+ years’ experience in HR in NZ and around the world working in a wide range of sectors. She’s incredibly down to earth with her advice and knows full well the challenges that come with running a business.
Includes a light breakfast: tea, coffee, juice, muffins, pastries, fruit.

Bryce Robb Unplugged: Lessons in Business
2023-11-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
Business Owners, Operators, Managers – if you are invested in the success of your business, then this series is for you.
The series consists of three individual sessions:
S1: Walk the Talk: A real person’s business and learning journey, starting out, navigating obstacles, leveraging resources, scaling for impact and growth, building a resilient and successful business.
S2: Show Me the Money: Adventures in revenue generation through effective marketing, advertising, and sales, identifying customers, understanding their needs, making connections, and converting sales prospects into loyal clients.
S3: Build the Dream Team: Right people, right place, right time. Cultivating a positive team culture, excellence in customer service, producing great work, encouraging collaboration, and collective success.
This series comes with a personal guarantee from Bryce that participants will leave each session with 2-3 things you can implement in your business to be more successful. It also comes with a warning…. may contain coarse language.
About Bryce Robb
Person, Businessman, Mentor, Original Thinker, Basketball Devotee
Bryce Robb was always destined to be in business; from an early age he knew how to make money and how to leverage.
With 25 years of business experience under his belt, Bryce has had plenty of ups and downs. He puts his success down to doing a lot of personal and professional development; to learning from inspiring leaders in business; and to the people that have worked alongside him on his business journey. He says it is hard to achieve massive results without taking massive action or without the right people working with you.
From humble beginnings when he started his first tree business, he has since bought four more tree companies. Bryce has learnt the art of buying a business without having to borrow money from the bank or having to pay for the business using capital.
Some highlights of this career are winning local business awards, and, in particular, winning a world recognised business award in 2011 for best business under 50 team members.
Bryce is proud of the fact that his businesses now run profitably without too much input from him due to the people, systems and processes he has put in place. He understands the importance of mastering the key elements of business, including sales, marketing, money, leverage, scaling, and team culture, and shares this understanding one-on-one with his mentoring clients.
Bryce looks forward to sharing some of his secrets on running a successful, profitable business.
Investment:
Individual Session Price:
Member: $39.00+GST
Non-Member: $59.00+GST
Series Price (all 3-Sessions):
Member: $99.00+GST Non-Member: $149.00+GST

Bonus Offer:
For the Love of Business and Basketball (LBB) Special Offer – $200 only.
Get 2x1hr one-on-one mentoring sessions with Bryce – valued at up to $1,000.
$100 donation to support the services of Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce.
$100 donation to buy a basketball which will be donated to a school in Whanganui.
Note: Only 20 LBBs available per session.

Session Dates:
Thursday 16 November 2023 1.00pm-2.30pm Session 1: Walk the Talk
Thursday 15 February 2024 1.00pm-2.30pm Session 2: Show me the Money
Thursday 2 May 2024 1.00pm-2.30pm Session 3: Build the Dream Team

Business for Good
2023-11-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
The Business for Good movement is gathering momentum around the globe – including here in our very own region, Whanganui. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to achieving a business that’s better for people and planet, and that maintains a healthy bottom line but there are solid principles and tried and true practices that you can tap into to help you forge your own pathway to a Business that’s for Good. Join us at this networking event to find out more.
We’re running this event in conjunction with local business people Duncan Sinclair, Principal of BCorp certified Whanganui architecture practice, Black Pine Architects, and Patrick Brookman of Taikaka Consulting, who will be leading a programme of Business for Good learning with us in 2024. We also have special guest joining us from Christchurch, Tim Jones, from Grow Good.

138th Annual General Meeting Whanganui Chamber of Commerce & Industry Incorporated
2023-11-30 17:30 - 19:00 | Bayleys Whanganui, 158 Wicksteed Street, Whanganui, 4500, New Zealand
NOTICE – 138TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
WHANGANUI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY INCORPORATED
THURSDAY 30TH NOVEMBER 2023, 5.30PM
BAYLEYS WHANGANUI, 158 WICKSTEED STREET, WHANGANUI
AGM BUSINESS INCLUDED

Apologies
Minutes of the Previous Annual General Meeting
Adoption of the Reviewed Accounts
Chair and CEO Reports
Appointment of Reviewer
Board Confirmation
General Business

Constitution

Note: There are sufficient Board Members to not require an election this year.
Financial Members of Business Whanganui WCCI are invited to attend. Please confirm your attendance.

Whanganui Young Professionals Christmas Gathering
2023-12-14 17:30 - 19:00 | FRANK., 60 Ridgway Street, Whanganui, 4500, New Zealand
You are invited to join into the Christmas Gathering of the Whanganui Young Professionals Network. Nibbly platter bits will be provided, thanks to New Zealand Chambers of Commerce partners, OfficeMax. Cash bar applies. RSVP for catering numbers. See you there!

Christmas Drinks
2023-12-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
The Business Whanganui Board – Glenda, Duncan, Lucan, Brendon, Stuart, Sam, Bryce and CEO Helen invite you to a gathering to celebrate Christmas and to farewell 2023.
We hope you can join us!

Young Professionals Bowls, Beers & BBQ
2024-02-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Wanganui Bowling Club, 15 Nelson Street, Whanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
Make the most of the February weather and join with other Whanganui Young Professionals for this fun social event “Bowls, Beers & BBQ”.
How it works:1. Grab a couple of people to make a team of 3.2. Give your team a name.3. Register your team in the booking section below.4. The cost is $10 per person – $30 per team – (incl GST) – pay online direct to our account – details below.
Bank Account:Whanganui Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc.BNZ Account No. 02-0792-0019999-00
Add in reference “WYP” and your team’s name to make sure we can track your payment.
There will be a cash bar for drinks on the day.
Comfortable clothes and flat shoes recommended. If you have questions, let us know events@businesswhanganui.nz

Show Me the Money! Bryce Robb Unfiltered
2024-02-15 13:00 - 14:30 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
Bryce Robb Unfiltered: Lessons in Business
Person, Businessman, Mentor, Original Thinker, Basketball Devotee – Bryce Robb was always destined to be in business; from an early age he knew how to make money and how to leverage. He puts his success in business down to his commitment to doing personal and professional development; to learning from inspiring leaders; and to the support and guidance of people that have worked alongside him on his business journey. From humble beginnings when he started his first tree business, he has since bought four more tree companies. Bryce has learnt the art of buying a business without having to borrow money from the bank or having to pay for the business using capital. Now he wants to share what he has learned over his 25 years in business with you.
In this Session: SHOW. ME. THE. MONEY! Bryce will share with you his experience and steps to success in revenue generation through effective marketing, advertising and sales, identifying customers, understanding their needs, making connections, and converting sales prospects into loyal clients.
Solopreneurs and small business owners – if you want to grow your sales and marketing presence, $39.00* + 90-minutes of your time to attend this session with Bryce is all the investment required to kick off your business transformation.
*Member rate excludes GST
Coming Next:
Thursday 2 May 2024 S3: Build the Dream Team: Right people, right place, right time. Cultivating a positive team culture, excellence in customer service, producing great work, encouraging collaboration, and collective success.
This series comes with a personal guarantee from Bryce that participants will leave each session with 2-3 things you can implement in your business to be more successful. It also comes with a warning…. may contain coarse language.
INVESTMENT:
Individual Session Price:
Member: $39.00+GST
Non-Member: $59.00+GST
Series Price (2-Sessions):
Member: $69.00+GST Non-Member: $109.00+GST
BONUS OFFER:
FOR THE LOVE OF BUSINESS AND BASKETBALL (LBB) SPECIAL OFFER – $200 ONLY.
Get 2x1hr one-on-one mentoring sessions with Bryce – valued at up to $1,000.
$100 donation to support the services of Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce.
$100 donation to buy a basketball which will be donated to a school in Whanganui.
Note: Only 10 LBBs available per session.

Business After 5 with MTF Finance Whanganui
2024-02-29 17:30 - 19:00 | MTF Finance Whanganui, 65 Plymouth Street, Whanganui, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
This month, we are hosted by the talented and passionate team at MTF Finance Whanganui, they’re big into customer service and helping Kiwis do even more. That’s why, when you choose them – not only are you and your customers getting access to local lending specialists to finance your purchases, but you’re also leaning into a company that has a strong reputation of trust – they’re not the top finance company on Trustpilot for nothing!
4.9 out of 5 on Trustpilot
They’re big on locals supporting locals. That’s why they’ve teamed up with multiple awesome local businesses already! Join us on the 29th of Feb to meet the team, mix with other local business people, and to find out more on how MTF can help you, and your customers too.

What is PR ... and why should I care?
2024-03-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
What is PR and why should I care?
How can PR add value to me and my organisation?
If I run a small business, should I consider working with a PR person or agency?

Have you ever wondered about Public Relations – what it means – how PR differs from marketing – and whether it applies to you? Join us for a light refreshment (aka drinks and nibbles) after business on Thursday 7th March at our Business Whanganui HQ in Guyton Street, where we’ll be discussing these and other questions about public relations and marketing with our special guest, Susanne Martin, Chief Executive of PRINZ (Public Relations Institute of New Zealand).
This is a ‘network and learn’ event we are co-hosting with Business Whanganui network member Kathy Cunningham from Empire PR.
There is no charge to attend.
You are welcome to bring a non-member friend.

Whanganui Young Professionals Boats & Pros
2024-03-09 17:30 - 21:00 | Paddle Steamber Waimarie, 1A Taupo Quay, Whanganui, New Zealand
Join us for this Whanganui Young Professionals Boats and Pros social gathering on the Paddle Steamer Waimarie, and enjoy live music from Georgia Bishop.
Nibbles provided. Cash bar.
This is a dry-hire event meaning the Waimarie will remain docked for the entire event.
Tickets $25.00 including GST ($21.74 excluding)
