BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Whanganui Business Chamber - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://businesswhanganui.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Whanganui Business Chamber REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20230401T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20230923T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20240406T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20240928T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240813T130000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240813T170000 DTSTAMP:20260702T085311 CREATED:20240621T044329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T222952Z UID:15118-1723554000-1723568400@businesswhanganui.nz SUMMARY:Governance: Introduction to the Duties of Directors DESCRIPTION:This interactive session provides practical exercises to enhance your governance skills and experience. A mock Board meeting will give participants a hands-on experience and attendees will be provided with a set of Board templates that can be adapted for their own use. \nThe session covers:• Governance vs Management• Strategy vs Operations• Board and CEO (or GM or MD) relationship• Duties of a Director including legislative and regulatory obligations• Board Papers – getting the information you need to make good decisions• Assessing Risk• Budget Processes• Managing Conflicts of Interest• Good Board Practice – policies and procedures. \nABOUT\nThinking about becoming a director or trustee? Maybe you already are and want to brush up on your knowledge and skills? When is the right time to set up a governance board? How well are we doing in governance terms? \nFacilitated by TorquePoint’s Simon Ewing-Jarvie and Hon Heather Roy (torquepoint.co.nz)\, these half-day courses are for anyone considering becoming a director\, about to join a board or those who have recently become a director in either commercial or not-for-profit settings. \nThese workshops are fast-paced\, serious fun where attendees also leave with a suite of digital tools for their governance journey. They are designed so as not to compete with the longer options provided by organisations such as the Institute of Directors. \nREGISTER YOUR INTEREST IN ATTENDING\nEmail: events@businesswhanganui.nz \nInclude: \n\nWorkshop you want to attend. You can request to attend all three.\nName\, business name\, email\, mobile. URL:https://businesswhanganui.nz/event/governance-101-introduction-to-the-duties-of-directors/ LOCATION:Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce\, 139 Guyton Street\, Whanganui\, 4501\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businesswhanganui.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Governance-Introduction-to-the-Duties-of-a-Director-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240814T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240814T130000 DTSTAMP:20260702T085311 CREATED:20240621T045256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240728T222341Z UID:15131-1723626000-1723640400@businesswhanganui.nz SUMMARY:Governance: Introduction to Board Strategy DESCRIPTION:This half-day course is for those who have recently become a director or are about to join a Board. \nIt builds on the Introduction to the Duties of a Director (Gov101) course\, providing a detailed look at Strategy in the Board setting. \nThe session is interactive and will provide practical exercises to enhance your governance skills and experience. Participants will be provided with a set of board templates that can be adapted for their own use. The session covers: \n\nEnvironment Scan techniques\nHow to develop an effective strategy and ensure it is a living document\nBoard ownership of strategy – ensuring buy in from the operational side of the business\nStrategy Documents\nImplementation following strategy development\nTesting the Strategy – how do we know it is the right Strategy?\nReporting against the Strategy\n\n \nABOUT:\nThinking about becoming a director or trustee? Maybe you already are and want to brush up on your knowledge and skills? When is the right time to set up a governance board? How well are we doing in governance terms? \nFacilitated by TorquePoint’s Simon Ewing-Jarvie and Hon Heather Roy (torquepoint.co.nz)\, these half-day courses are for anyone considering becoming a director\, about to join a board or those who have recently become a director in either commercial or not-for-profit settings. \nThese workshops are fast-paced\, serious fun where attendees also leave with a suite of digital tools for their governance journey. They are designed so as not to compete with the longer options provided by organisations such as the Institute of Directors. \n \nREGISTER YOUR INTEREST IN ATTENDING\nEmail: events@businesswhanganui.nz \nInclude: \n\nWorkshop you want to attend. You can request to attend all three.\nName\, business name\, email\, mobile.\n\n  \n\n  URL:https://businesswhanganui.nz/event/15131/ LOCATION:Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce\, 139 Guyton Street\, Whanganui\, 4501\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businesswhanganui.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Governance-Board-Strategy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240815T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240815T130000 DTSTAMP:20260702T085311 CREATED:20240621T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240728T222043Z UID:15140-1723712400-1723726800@businesswhanganui.nz SUMMARY:Governance: Introduction to Business Continuity Planning DESCRIPTION:Do you have policies\, procedures and a test plan in place to ensure your organisation can survive the next big shock? Did you know that Directors are personally liable if they are negligent in this area? \nThis interactive\, fast-paced half-day workshop includes a set of templates for attendees to apply in their own organisations. Topics covered: \n\nBoard BCP responsibilities\nPolicies versus procedures\nTesting protocols\nTwo short simulations relating to loss or denial of services\, key personnel\, facilities\, reputational risk\, ransomware or other relevant effects.\n\n \nABOUT\nFacilitated by TorquePoint’s Simon Ewing-Jarvie and Hon Heather Roy (torquepoint.co.nz)\, these half-day courses are for anyone considering becoming a director\, about to join a board or those who have recently become a director in either commercial or not-for-profit settings. \nThese workshops are fast-paced\, serious fun where attendees also leave with a suite of digital tools for their governance journey. They are designed so as not to compete with the longer options provided by organisations such as the Institute of Directors. \n  \nREGISTER YOUR INTEREST IN ATTENDING\nEmail: events@businesswhanganui.nz \nInclude: \n\nWorkshop you want to attend. You can request to attend all three.\nName\, business name\, email\, mobile. URL:https://businesswhanganui.nz/event/15140/ LOCATION:Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce\, 139 Guyton Street\, Whanganui\, 4501\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businesswhanganui.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Governance-Business-Continuity-Planning.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240815T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240815T110000 DTSTAMP:20260702T085311 CREATED:20240719T040504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T040706Z UID:15474-1723716000-1723719600@businesswhanganui.nz SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:The Book Club group meet up monthly at Business Whanganui in Guyton Street. \nIf you would like to join book club or find out more\, please contact us: events@businesswhanganui.nz \n  URL:https://businesswhanganui.nz/event/book-club/ LOCATION:Manawatu-Wanganui CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businesswhanganui.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Book-Club-1200-x-628-px-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240820T070000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240820T083000 DTSTAMP:20260702T085311 CREATED:20240801T060737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T000857Z UID:15580-1724137200-1724142600@businesswhanganui.nz SUMMARY:Business for Good: Understanding GenZ in the Workplace with Te Ahu Teki DESCRIPTION:Understanding GenZ in the Workplace with Te Ahu Teki\nYou’re invited to join us for our next Business for Good session\, this month with guest speaker Te Ahu Teki from Tuia Connect Consulting. Te Ahu will be sharing valuable insights on “Understanding GenZ in the Workplace.” \nThis is a crucial topic for organisations\, especially considering that over 60% of the current workforce in Aotearoa/New Zealand is made up of GenZ and Millennials. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics shaping our workplaces today. \nMuffins and pastries will be available together with tea\, coffee and juice. If you have special dietary requirements\, please feel free to bring your own breakfast with you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Find out more about our guest speaker\, Te Ahu Teki and Tuia Connect Consulting here: \nwww.tuiaconnect.co.nz \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nBusiness for Good – About\nDesigned for key decision-makers and business owners\, Business for Good has four key objectives – to help you: \n\nMake more money.\nAttract the BEST people.\nBe the supplier of CHOICE.\nIMPROVE your environmental and social performance.\n\nBusiness for Good sessions emphasise principles of sustainability\, social responsibility\, and ethical practices\, and aim to contribute to the creation of businesses that not only generate profits but that also contribute positively to society and the environment. \nHere at Business Whanganui\, through our work delivering series like Business for Good and our biennial Business Awards\, our aspiration is to foster a vibrant community of businesses dedicated to effecting positive change while thriving in the marketplace. We invite organisations of all sizes and sectors to engage with us in this journey toward a more sustainable and socially responsible future. \nBusiness for Good is offered to Whanganui business at no cost\, thanks to the support of Whanganui & Partners\, and our guest speakers willingness to share their time and expertise with our community. URL:https://businesswhanganui.nz/event/business-for-good-understanding-gen-z-in-the-workplace-with-te-ahu-teki/ LOCATION:Business Whanganui – Chamber of Commerce\, 139 Guyton Street\, Whanganui\, 4501\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businesswhanganui.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/B4G-GenZ-1920x1021-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240829T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240829T183000 DTSTAMP:20260702T085312 CREATED:20240802T003433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T001127Z UID:15619-1724950800-1724956200@businesswhanganui.nz SUMMARY:Business After 5 at the Ngaporo Coffee Bar DESCRIPTION:DOH! CLICK HERE TO BOOK FOR THE SEPTEMBER BA5 WITH ANDREW CLIFFORD\n  \nJoin us for Business After 5 at the Riverboat Centre to hear about the collaboration between the Waimarie Operating Trust and Whanganui’s newest coffee roasters\, Derelict Coffee. \nLearn how Ngaporo Coffee Bar got its name and how it will become more than just a place to get great coffee. \nThis is also an opportunity to hear how the Waimarie Operating Trust plans to mark the incredible milestone of 25 years since Paddle Steamer Waimarie returned to operation\, a journey 125 years in the making\, with an exclusive preview of some of what is happening. \nNetwork with fellow Business Whanganui members in a relaxed environment\, as we share the journey of Derelict Coffee\, a brew with roots that trace back to the upper reaches of the Whanganui River. \nComplimentary thanks to our hosts. URL:https://businesswhanganui.nz/event/business-after-5-3/ LOCATION:Ngaporo Coffee Bar\, Riverboat Centre and Museum\, Taupo Quay (Waimarie Trust)\, Whanganui CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businesswhanganui.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Business-After-5-Ngaporo-Coffee-Bar-1200628px-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR