Some of New Zealand’s most influential science, business and policy figures will gather in Auckland next week to grapple with a question that has dogged the country for decades: How does New Zealand turn its ideas into lasting prosperity?
Digital and AI experts will share practical strategies to help businesses stay visible and competitive as AI transforms online search and customer behaviour.
ARE YOU READY TO BE INSPIRED? The Emerging Leaders’ Summit on June 28th and 29th is New Zealand’s key event for the next generation of managers, directors and leaders. The summit brings together inspirational speakers, the latest industry trends and insights, and hundreds of ambitious, determined professionals looking to get an edge in their career. The full day event and masterclass offers fantastic value for money, and as a NZBusiness reader you can get 20% OFF the ticket price. GET YOUR DISCOUNT This is a fantastic opportunity to attend New Zealand’s top event for new, aspiring, future and emerging leaders! You’ll walk away feeling inspired and reinvigorated, with new contacts and a game plan towards being a leader others inspire to
Enable your high performers to partner with you, drive business growth, and engage in a culture of development. Investing in their future means you keep the right people and create the type of culture that other top performers want to be part of. Join us at this short sharp HR breakfast where our experts will challenge you on how to genuinely invest in your staff through developing and leveraging skills already existing in your business. Our presenters will discuss: Strengthening the leadership bench – building critical skills and competencies for your pipeline of future leaders and mitigating the ‘readiness gap’ Recruiting and aligning people with your company mission – how to win the war on talent, every day of the
Hospitality NZ and the NZChefs Association are to host the inaugural New Zealand Hospitality Summit and trade show in September this year. It will be an opportunity for the industry to connect and for both organisations to showcase not only the best of what they have to offer and key learnings from a tough 18 months, but more importantly what the future of hospitality could look like. The three-day summit, which will be held in Auckland at the Trusts Arena in Henderson, from 7-9 September, will feature education seminars, a trade show displaying the latest innovation in the industry, a demonstration kitchen, networking lounge, and the NZ Hospitality Championships, featuring both cookery and a range of service elements. The prestigious
Hurry, LIMITED FREE TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE. Hear directly from the gatekeepers of the F&B sectors in six of the major ASEAN markets. A virtual event 6th May, 2021 – 3pm NZT and 1pm AEST Use the discount code NZBGUEST to register at no cost. Limited free tickets available. For more information and tickets go to: www.exportincite.com/products/asean-event-6may
New Zealand’s many franchise businesses have one thing in common: a willingness to set competition aside and to draw together at the Franchise Association of New Zealand’s annual conference.
Hosted by Cameron Gordon, partner at Incite and chair of the ASEAN Food & Drink Exporters Forum. Cameron discusses the history of why the ASEAN Forum was developed and how it is currently being used effectively for UK brands. He also explains why New Zealand brands should consider applying and the benefits they’ll receive by becoming a member. The first meeting will be on Thursday 29 April at 2pm NZT and the discussion topic is: Market Entry Models – what is working, what is not working and strategies for getting the most out of your distribution partnerships. To learn more or register visit: https://www.exportincite.com/exporters-forum-nz(link is external) Enquiries can be emailed to [email protected](link sends e-mail) To visit the forum’s LinkedIn page go to; https://www.linkedin.com/company/asean-food-drink-exporters-forum/(link is
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Wednesday 11 November 2026 | 7:00am – 9:30am
📍 New Zealand International Convention Centre, 101 Hobson Street, Auckland
One week after the election, Ready to Rise returns for ‘After the Result’ to help Kiwi SME owners plan ahead for their next bold move, and hard-won growth. Get your tickets for this must-attend business breakfast.
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