At times, running a successful business can seem like a bit of a juggling act. While managing the everyday facets of your business, you still need to find time to make connections and secure the relationships that will ensure your long-term success. This is where the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce comes in.
The role of the Chamber is to promote business vitality in the Hutt Valley and to help you "be the best you can be in business"
This help comes in the form of five business boosters, a range of services that will help you to improve the quality of your business.
SPEAK WITH THE VOLUME OF A COLLECTIVE VOICE &
be heard above the rest
A key purpose of the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce is to provide the best commercial environment in which you can achieve your business goals.
We do this by giving business a "voice"
The Chamber will influence (on your behalf) the rules and regulations that local councils and central government impose on business in order to minimise compliance costs and optimise your business performance. We will be your advocate when you need us and can assist you in overcoming obstacles.
Services available:
- Lobbying
- Advocacy
- Representation to local and central government
- Economic reporting to business
- legislation updates
For information on the above or assistance in 'being heard', contact David Kiddey, CEO, Ph 04 939 9823
JOIN THE ULTIMATE SUCCESS NETWORK &
forge new relationships
In any one year the Chamber will hold in excess of 50 business events (35 of which are free), from corporate breakfasts and luncheons, to after 5pm networking events, seminars and more.
We also offer members other relationship building promotional opportunities including advertising in our monthly newsletter, marketing opportunities, website... and more.
Services available:
- Business events and networking opportunities
- Advertising and promotional opportunities
- Direct marketing service
For more information or assistance in 'being connected', contact Renee Walkinshaw, Training and Events Manager, Ph 04 939 9829
EXERCISE YOUR ABILITY TO BE THE BEST YOU CAN &
maintain a healthy business
The Chamber offers support through a business advisor and a comprehensive training calendar, affordably designed for small and medium businesses.
In any one year, the Chamber will present over 25 training workshops and seminars, some under the Enterprise Training Programme. This programme also entitles attendess to (up to) 1.5 hrs of one-on-one follow up coaching with our business trainers.
Services available:
- Professional business advice
- Business training courses and seminars
For information or assistance in 'being fit', contact Renee Walkinshaw, Training and Events Manager Ph 04 939 9829
BREAK DOWN BORDERS AND TAP INTO THE WORLD'S
largest international business network
Whether you import or export, are looking for contacts in overseas markets, are requiring international arbitration, or seeking foreign investor, with our network of some 22,000 Chambers worldwide, we have services to meet your needs.
Services available:
- Global network services
- Trade Fair and Trade Mission opportunities
- Publications
- Advice
- Market Research
- Investment Facilitation
- ICC international arbitration
- Secretariat services for Business Councils
For information or assistance in 'being global', contact David Kiddey, CEO Ph 04 939 9823
BE ADVANTAGED BY COLLECTIVE BUYING PRIVLEGES &
get ahead in the dollar game
Your membership to the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce will provide BIG savings on petrol, stationery, vehicles, financial servuces, telecommunications... and more.
Members are also invited to promote a discount to the Chamber membership through the b-ahead catalogue of business savings and the Chamber website.
Services available:
- Business discounts for all staff
- Promote a discount to others
- Membership card
For information or assistance in 'being ahead', contact Anna Geremia-Young, Membership Manager Ph 04-939 9826