Business Whanganui - Chamber of Commerce

Business for Breakfast
2026-03-10 07:00 - 08:30, 2026-04-14 07:00 - 08:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
Join us at Business for Breakfast — where the coffee, food, and company are all excellent. Whether you’re new to the business community or a familiar face, this is your chance to connect, share ideas, and build meaningful relationships.
Bring your business cards and make the most of the opportunity to connect with others and share what your business has to offer.
Choose your breakfast from FRANK.’s delicious menu — pre-order (recommended) or order on the day.📋 Pre-orders: Let us know your food and drink choices in the booking form – drink and food☕ Please note: Food and drinks are at your own cost.
Check out the menu here
Whether you’re growing your network, swapping ideas, or simply enjoying a relaxed start with like-minded local businesspeople, this is your place at the table.
Voice of Business – Guest Speaker
Real people. Real businesses. Real experience.
Each month at Business for Breakfast, we shine a spotlight on local business leaders who share their stories, insights, and lessons learned from real-world experience. Our Voice of Business speakers bring practical tips, personal stories, and inspiration you can take back to your own business.
Coming along? Give us a heads-up so we can save you a seat — and start your day with good food, good company, and great conversation.

Unleashing a Productivity Mindset - Product-based Businesses
2026-03-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
Continuous improvement for productivity in manufacturing and product-based environments
🚀 A Fresh Look at How You Work
In just two hours, this session helps your team see their work through a new lens.
We’ll spark energy, curiosity, and confidence — showing how small changes can lead to big gains straight away.
Continuous improvement isn’t just for managers or specialists — it’s something everyone can be part of, every day.
Your team will leave with:✨ A fresh mindset for improvement🔍 The ability to spot problems and opportunities🧩 Simple tools to make change happen
🎯 What You’ll Learn
💡 Lean vs Continuous ImprovementClarify what each means, why businesses invest in them, what’s involved, and the results they deliver.
⚙️ Four Key Steps to Better PerformanceLearn the simple, proven steps that drive improvement — and the principles that make them work.
👥 Leadership and Team CultureSee what effective leaders do to support improvement, and how to build a culture that makes it part of everyday work.
🤖 AI and the Future of ImprovementExplore how current AI tools can help teams work smarter, faster, and more efficiently.
👩‍🏭 Who It’s For
This session is open to everyone — from the factory floor to the front office.It’s perfect for teams who are:✅ New to continuous improvement✅ Looking to refresh their understanding✅ Keen to find better ways of working together
We recommend that as many of your team attend as possible. When everyone shares the same learning, it’s easier to embed the mindset, speak the same language, and make progress together.
🔧 At a Glance
⏱ Duration: 2 hours📍 Format: Interactive, practical, and energising👨‍🏭 Audience: All team members and leaders🎯 Outcome: A motivated team ready to see, solve, and improve💰 Cost: No charge to attend🗓 Booking: Essential — spaces are limited

Unleashing a Productivity Mindset for Service-based businesses
2026-03-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
Continuous improvement for productivity in service-based organisations
⚡ A Fresh Look at How You Work
In just two hours, this session helps your team see your work from a new perspective.We’ll spark energy, curiosity, and confidence — showing how small improvements in daily processes can lead to big gains in service delivery and customer experience.
Continuous improvement isn’t just for managers or specialists — it’s something everyone can be part of, every day.
Your team will leave with:✨ A fresh mindset for improvement🔍 The ability to spot issues and opportunities🧩 Simple tools to make meaningful change happen
🎯 What You’ll Learn
💡 Lean vs Continuous ImprovementUnderstand the difference between these approaches, why service organisations invest in them, what’s involved, and the rewards they bring.
⚙️ Four Key Steps to Better PerformanceLearn the simple, proven steps that improve service quality, reduce friction, and boost efficiency.
👥 Leadership and Team CultureSee how effective leaders support improvement, and how to build a culture where everyone contributes to better outcomes.
🤖 AI and the Future of ImprovementExplore how current AI tools can enhance service delivery, streamline processes, and help teams work smarter.
🧑‍💼 Who It’s For
This session is open to everyone — from frontline teams to management.It’s perfect for those who are:✅ New to continuous improvement✅ Looking to refresh their understanding✅ Keen to find better ways to deliver great service every day
We recommend that as many of your team attend together as possible. When everyone shares the same learning, it’s easier to embed the mindset, speak the same language, and make progress together.
🔧 At a Glance
⏱ Duration: 2 hours📍 Format: Interactive, practical, and energising👥 Audience: All team members and leaders in service-based organisations🎯 Outcome: A motivated team ready to see, solve, and improve💰 Cost: No charge to attend🗓 Booking: Essential — spaces are limited

Safer Business Forum Q2 2026
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Safer Business Forum Q3 2026
2026-08-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand

Safer Business Forum Q4 2026
2026-11-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce, 139 Guyton Street, Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
