Ready to Rise Business Breakfast – May 2026

Growth in 2026 looks different. Ready to Rise spotlights the businesses making it happen now – sharing honest insights, smart strategies, and real-world lessons on building momentum in a changing market.

After several years defined by caution, cost control, and uncertainty, many New Zealand businesses have entered 2026 with a different mindset – one that’s more focused on traction than survival – albeit within the context of global uncertainty. Not every business is booming, but there are clear signals of progress, and for those willing to adapt, real opportunities are emerging.

Shifting the conversation on growth

Ready to Rise returns in 2026 as a business breakfast series focused on what it actually takes to move forward in this environment. Less about hype, more about practical growth.

This May, the focus turns to the businesses that are gaining momentum right now. Not in theory, but in practice. You’ll hear directly from founders and leaders who are navigating today’s conditions and finding ways to grow – what they’re doing differently, where they’re placing their bets, and how they’re managing risk along the way.

Join us for an energising morning of practical insight, honest conversation, and forward-thinking strategy. We’ll unpack:

• How New Zealand businesses are finding pockets of growth in a still-challenging market
• The decisions and trade-offs shaping stronger performance
• Where the most immediate opportunities for growth lie in 2026
• What it takes to shift from steady to scalable in the current climate
• How new tech and AI is powering a new type of growth for small business

Whether you’re looking to unlock your next phase of growth, sense-check your strategy, or learn from those already making progress, this event will leave you better equipped to move forward with clarity and confidence.

In 2026, it’s not just about staying the course – it’s about how you rise.

Speaker details coming soon…

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