Kia Ora , 

Honestly, I am not sure if the old saying ‘spend money to make money’ is always true, but the principle of doing something meaningful to reap the rewards certainly is.

With only 30 days left to enter the 2degrees Wellington Regional Business Excellence Awards 2023, now is your time to do something to reap the rewards. And one of the great things, and there are a lot of great things about entering the awards, is that you do not need to spend any money to enter.

And if you needed convincing, last year a business entered the awards that got so much out of it, I have to tell you their story.

To be honest, they needed a bit of convincing to enter the awards. It was mostly an issue of being time-poor, I think. Ultimately, they completed their entry just before the close-off date (not recommended). I had the chance to talk to them about their process of entering the awards Finalist Function. They told me this:

“Entering the awards was one of the best things we have ever done. It allowed me to think about our business and what we achieve daily. It allowed me to think about our team and how much they put into the business every day, and it allowed me to reflect on what an amazing job we do for our customers. Being able to put this down on paper, and smile about what our business has achieved, was something very special”.

I know you will be busy, but entering the awards will make you smile too, about what you, your team, and your business deliver every day.

Go on, Spend some time and reap some rewards. Who knows where it will lead.

In this edition of the Hutt Valley Business Weekly:

• Regional News

• Less Waste. Greater Place. Have your say on the regional Waste Management and Minimisation Plan.

• Join us as trustees for the Maidstone Park Trust

• Featured Events

• Nomination Workshop with Synthesis Marketing

• Navigating Uncertainty | Leadership Insights with Kristen Lunman

• Meet the Local Candidates | Hutt Valley 

• Women in Business | Empowering Mental Health: For you and your team

• Plus many more

• Member News

• Spring Multifest 2023 | Sponsor Appeal

• Growth Retreat - Small Business Conference

• Intelligensia Ltd Nominated in Three NZ Security Awards

• EmbroidMe NZ Hutt Valley Joins the Hutt Chamber

• First Steps to Financial Wellness | Free Zoom Webinars | Sureplan + Auckland Chamber of Commerce

• Dale Carnegie | Building Business Leadership – Online Learning

• YEA Good Youth Employment Symposium

• Member Offers

• 2degrees | Chamber Member Deal

• Bunnings Trade | PowerPass Member Deal

• Employment Opportunities

• Are You Hiring?

Regional News

Less Waste. Greater Place. Have your say on the regional Waste Management and Minimisation Plan

The Wellington Region Waste Management and Minimisation Plan (WMMP) is currently being updated, and the Hutt City Council & Upper Hutt City Council want to hear what you think about the future of waste in the Hutt Valley and Wellington region. All eight councils in the Wellington region have joined forces to tackle the daunting issue of waste, which is filling our landfills, and causing environmental harm. 
 
Both councils have actions that are designed to help the region shift away from just managing waste and instead carry out activities which are focused on reducing, reusing, and recycling. 
For many of these actions, collaboration with businesses and industry will be a big part of driving change. 

Click the button to read the regional plan and the Local Acton Plans for each council and to have your say by 1 September 2023.

Join the trustees for the Maidstone Park Trust

Are you a visionary leader with expertise in governance and Te Ao Māori coupled with a background in facility management, health and safety or business development? Are you passionate about making a positive impact in our community? 

Upper Hutt City Council are seeking interest from candidates to fill TWO vacant seats on the Board of Trustees for Maidstone Park Trust.

Applications close at 5PM on Monday, 4 September 2023.

Featured Events

Nomination Workshop with Synthesis Marketing

Women in Business | Empowering Mental Health: For you and your team

SERIES | Planning for your business future | WCBE

Additional Events

Member News

Spring Multifest 2023 | Sponsor Appeal

Upper Hutt City Council is delighted to extend an invitation to you and your esteemed company to become a sponsor of our much-anticipated annual event, Spring Multifest 2023. This celebration of cultural diversity will be held on September 23rd, 2023, at the St James Anglican Church, located at 71 Woburn Road, Lower Hutt.

Spring Multifest serves as a platform to embrace and showcase the richness of multiculturalism in our community. We are eager to create a memorable experience that unites our diverse communities while appreciating the talented performers and dedicated volunteers who will make this event a grand success.

Growth Retreat - Small Business Conference 29th & 30th September

Join us in Upper Hutt, Wellington at the amazing Hutt Valley Riding for the disabled buildings for two days of learning and sharing.  We have lined up guest speakers and are planning some interesting activities to inspire and inject enthusiasm into your business.

Friday the 29th | 9.30am  - 4.30pm
Dr Melanie Young:  City Osteopath 
Justine Fox - Orange Fox 
Laura Cosgrove - Evolution Business Performance 
Lynne Lawson set up Orange Marketing, rebranding into Grow Orange

Saturday the 30th | 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
Branding for your business with Vera Padiha - Creativa Design Studio

More speakers are to be announced!

Cost:
Two Days of Business Learning and Fun 
Morning | Afternoon Tea and Lunch Provided
$650.00 inc GST  - Early Bird Saving of 20%
One Day rate $400.00 inc GST - select either Friday or Saturday.

Intelligensia Nominated in Three NZ Security Awards

Congratulations to Intelligensia Ltd for their outstanding nominations in three categories at the 2023 New Zealand Women in Security Awards!

Your dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, exceptional mentorship, and commitment to community involvement exemplify industry excellence. A special mention to Wendy Bennett and Jan Thornborough for their nominations as Best Security Mentor, and to Jan for her Best Volunteer nomination.

We're proud to have Intelligensia as a member of our chamber and eagerly anticipate celebrating your achievements at the awards ceremony.

EmbroidMe Hutt Valley Joins the Hutt Chamber

The Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce is delighted to welcome its newest member, EmbroidMe NZ Hutt Valley, a fresh addition to the local business landscape. Owned and operated by Francis Hammond and Gena Smith, this new venture brings a wealth of expertise in uniform solutions and promotional products.

EmbroidMe NZ Hutt Valley is conveniently located at 498 Hutt Road, offering a diverse range of business wear, sportswear, hi-vis gear, and promotional items. Their mission is to help businesses stand out through friendly, efficient, and excellent service.

We're thrilled to have such a passionate team joining the Hutt Valley business community. Welcome, EmbroidMe NZ Hutt Valley!

First Steps to Financial Wellness | Free Zoom Webinars | Sureplan + Auckland Chamber of Commerce

Session 4: Being Retirement Ready 

Determine how much you truly need for a fulfilling retirement, how to be financially fair to your future self, and explore the non-monetary aspects of retirement that are equally crucial.
•    How much money do I really need to retire?
•    Being financially fair to your future self
•    It’s not just about the money
 
In this session, you will gain an understanding of what a realistic retirement could look like for you.  How striking the balance of living life up to and past retirement is often something people have trouble with.  And, what else other than the money is important in making retirement choices.

Date: 6th September 2023
 

Dale Carnegie | Building Business Leadership – Online Learning

These 6 powerful interactive 90-minute workshops will help you check and confirm your business direction is set and locked on realistic goals, and give you tools and techniques to lead and bring the team with you as you develop your business. Sign up today!

YEA Good Youth Employment Symposium 

Thursday 14 – Friday 15 September 2023 
Lower Hutt Event Centre, 30c Laings Road, Lower Hutt

Join us for a deep dive into the landscape to understand and build good youth employability and employment. 

Guest speakers include:
•    National MP, Chris Bishop, will share his party’s vision for the future of youth employment. 

•    Patrick McKibbin, CEO of the Hutt Chamber of Commerce, will provide an approach to building cross-sector youth employment partnerships. 

•    Krishan Kumar, Outward Bound’s Community Development Partner, will share learnings from the new work-ready programme Whakatipu 

•    And Gala Baumfield, Youth Activator and Creator, will lead a panel of youth to share their views and experiences on entering the world of work.

Registrations are open now: 
$85 (+ gst and fees) per day for business
$55 (+ gst and fees) per day for charitable organisations 

Member Offers

2degrees | Chamber Member Deal

Bunnings Trade | PowerPass Member Deal

Unlock a range of discounts and simplify the procurement of a huge range of products across our nationwide store network
Bunnings Trade has partnered with NZ Chambers of Commerce to offer members access to the PowerPass membership program providing a range of exclusive benefits:

Customised Pricing? Take advantage of a wide range of discounts across our extensive product range.
Business Solutions? From build and fit out through to maintenance and cleaning? our dedicated business team have got you covered
Account Management Tools? Manage quotes, invoicing, and transactions via your online PowerPass account portal or PowerPass App
Quick, Easy and Flexible Fulfilment? With 48 locations across the country, we offer convenient payment, pickup and delivery, or view our range online for click & collect or delivery

For any questions or queries, please feel free to email us at orgs@bunnings.co.nz

For More Offers:

EMPLOYMENT

Short Term Internship Required to Gain Local Experience – Business Analysis Role   

A Post-Graduate Diploma in Management (Level 8) student from Whitireia Community Polytechnic – Wellington is seeking an internship with a business analysis focus in the Hutt Valley area:

Candidate Attributes:
•    Team player 
•    Great work ethic
•    Delivers superior customer service. 
•    Ability to learn quickly
•    Communication

The candidate is available from 8.00 am to 4.00 pm the whole week (Monday to Sunday) except on Tuesdays. His classes and part-time work start only at 5.00 pm, except on Tuesdays, where he has a day class as well. 

If you are able to help or would like to have a conversation with the candidate, please email patrick@hvchanber.org.nz and he will connect you to the candidate.
 

Are You Hiring?

If you have a job suitable for a student get in touch with our Education to Employment Coordinator Amanda Walters at  amanda@hvchamber.org.nz or call 04 9399821.

Thank you to all our Partners

As always, special thanks to all our Members and Partners for your ongoing support.