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Through our partner brands, we are able to support businesses across a number of networks whilst providing opportunities to consolidate our impact on certain issues. These partnerships enable the voice of business owners to be heard, representing the true diversity of our central regions.
The Chamber has been representing businesses in Wellington since 1856. They play a key role in advocating to central and local government on behalf of its members, ensuring their voices are heard by political figures and policymakers. The Chambers also help build community through events, enabling businesses to connect and feel supported across the capital.
Te Awe is the oldest Māori Business Network operating in Aotearoa, New Zealand, and has a strong presence in the Wellington region. The group is pan-iwi and consists of established Māori businesses. Their purpose is to promote, assist and encourage Māori in business through regular networking Hui, where business owners share their successes and challenges.
The network was established to service a significant gap in the market and address the lack of visibility and representation of Pasifika businesses in the region. Their primary goal is to bring together the Pasifika business community, encouraging the innovation, prosperity and growth of small business through quality network events and engagement opportunities.
Working as part of the BuinsessNZ network, ExportNZ provides a key support structure for exporters in the central regions. They represent the voices of local businesses and help build community through events and seminars. They connect local exporters with key learning and information whilst bringing together the wider community to celebrate success.