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Auckland is the place business innovators and leaders are based and business successes and achievements celebrated. It’s important that your business has the best platform for success and that’s where we make a difference. We ensure you have access to training, networking events, advocacy and representation and business support services; and we also ensure you have talented and skilled candidates ready to make a difference to your team. Join with more than 12,000 Auckland business people who share with us the belief of what Auckland and its economy is capable of. MICHAEL BARNETT, CEO AUCKLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Milmeq is so proud to be a part of the Auckland Chamber of Commerce. What we need to do is encourage business to come forward, to support the Chamber, to believe in what they can achieve and to have a go at these Awards because they are something special. MIKE LIGHTFOOT, CEO, MILMEQ LIMITED, SUPREME WINNER, BEST OF THE BEST 2014
Get in front of the right people Your Chamber membership connects you to a network of future clients and potential customers who want to do business. Come along prepared, with plenty of business cards and your best offer and get yourself and your business in front of the right people.
The Marketplace Featuring guest speakers and a Table-Top expo, there are plenty of opportunities to showcase and display your business and to do business direct with other Chamber members. Vital Training To ensure you and your team are kept up-to-date with the knowledge and skills that directly impact your business we offer practical seminars and workshops all year round. Training focusing on core skills as well as specialist expertise led by industry experts will help you stay ahead of competition and legislative changes. Westpac Auckland Business Awards Presented and delivered by the Auckland Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development Limited (ATEED). The Awards recognise and reward Auckland businesses succeeding in excellence and innovation. Entry is free. Any size business is eligible to enter.
Speed Networking Speed Networking gives you a one-on-one, two minute selling opportunity with up to fifty business decision makers in one night. This is a fast, fun and cost-effective way to showcase your business, secure leads and exchange ideas. ba5 Business after 5 (ba5) get-togethers are the perfect chance to showcase your business as a host or to engage as a guest in quality networking with other like-minded Chamber members. Special Events Attend regular events such as Business Update and hear from the experts how the NZ economy today affects your business tomorrow. Our special events also introduce you to leaders, decision makers and experts driving business success in Auckland and around the country. Guest speakers are inspiring, informative and at the forefront of their industry or political spectrum. For more information call 09 309 6100 or email events@chamber.co.nz
The experience and the ideas we got from our mentor have helped us to find so many opportunities for improvement and to look positively on making changes and feeding the lessons we learn into our business and into future software planning. PAUL ROWE, CHIEF EXECUTIVE AND CO-OWNER, VERNON SYSTEMS LIMITED
Find solutions quickly As a Chamber member you have access to a wide variety of business support services and tools to help you do business better. From our Business 0800 Support line, to free resources and expert business mentors, you can benefit from invaluable experience and a wide range of tools and insights for your business. Check these out under ‘Business Support Line’ and ‘Business Mentors’ in the ‘Business Support’ section of our website.
0800 Business Support Line We can assist you directly, refer useful resources or connect you with specialist support on any business enquiry you may have from finance, staffing, health & safety to legal and more. Real business case studies and resources Access free, downloadable resources covering all areas of your business. Business HealthCheck For no cost, you can complete an online snapshot of your business to identify key areas of strength, improvement and opportunity. Exporter HealthCheck Access our free, online diagnostic and identify key drivers to help you trade more successfully. Online Member Directory BusinessSearchAuckland.co.nz is a free directory for members with contact details, google map location, photo, business profile and more. For more information call 0800 CHAMBER or visit aucklandchamber.co.nz
Business Mentors Treat yourself to one of the most invaluable investments in your business. Securing a business mentor for a year will boost your confidence and peace of mind when making key business decisions. The Chamber has teamed with Business Mentors NZ so you can benefit from 12 months’ mentoring assistance. You will be carefully matched with an experienced successful business person from within your industry, or from a sector you feel you need extra guidance and experience in. Available Auckland wide, business mentoring is one of the best ways to find solutions, avoid pitfalls and plan for success fast. You and your mentor can: Test ideas; Solve problems; Access industry specific insights; Benchmark and measure performance. For more information call 0800 209 209 or visit businessmentors.org.nz
The networking opportunities that the Chamber offers are a very important part of why we are a member because they give our agency and the Korean businesses we represent a chance to connect with New Zealand business opportunities and therefore establish better trade relations between our countries. KELLY KIM, BUSINESS MANAGER, KOREA TRADE COMMISSION (KOTRA)
Build global trade and contacts Get the support you need to make your business a global success story. Kiwi businesses are renowned for bringing innovative products and services to the world stage. Of course, the journey to international fame and fortune is rarely easy. By partnering with the Chamber you can tap into the resources and networks of over 22,000 other Chambers of Commerce around the world representing over 40 million businesses.
The Chamber‘s specialist team are your resource for expert advice and practical support covering: Export document certification You need the right documentation for movement of goods and receipt of payments when doing international trade. Once you have registered with us, you can complete your export documents online 24hrs a day 7 days a week. Export document services For Certificates of Origin and other essential certification and documentation services visit chamber.co.nz/global and click on Export Document Certification. Online and free trade agreement service Please email documents@chamber.co.nz for this service. Manual service Please email documents@chamber.co.nz for this service.
Exporter HealthCheck A smart way to invest in your business, at no cost. Completing the online Exporter HealthCheck will help you evaluate the best way to move forward for export success. Other global services Letters of introduction Services for visiting delegations Global news Global events Business Councils Free resources For more information or to apply call 09 309 6100 or email international@chamber.co.nz
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Indonesia and customs clearance was delayed due merce worked alongside us, providing documents to eiving this, the containers were cleared. Without the en resolved. COLLEEN WILSON, HARVEST FRESH
What has really impressed me about the Chamber is that they don’t just take your membership and leave you alone, they take an active interest in growing your business. Definitely join the Chamber, it’s been a great way for me to make contacts, meet like-minded business people and grow my practice. BIANCA MUELLER, LAW DOWN UNDER
Grow your business with the Chamber As a Chamber member, you’ll have more opportunities than ever to connect with other Auckland businesses. To make sure you get the most out of your membership, here’s a range of different ways for you to promote and advertise your business.
Business savings email For less than 5 cents per contact, you can send your offer to our database of 5,000 businesses through the Chamber’s bi-monthly Business Savings e-newsletter. Advertising space costs just $250 + GST for a 50 word advertisement with image and link. Direct mail marketing Generate maximum impact by targeting your specific demographic with your own direct marketing campaign to all or some of our database of 5,000 Chamber members. We provide a phone list so you can follow up. Chamber magazine This high end, bi-annual publication is distributed to over 7,000 members, Auckland businesses and a wider audience of influencers and stakeholders. Visit aucklandchamber.co.nz to download a rate card, access special member rates and booking options. For more information or to book call 09 309 6100 or email savings@chamber.co.nz
Event hosting Business After Five, or ‘ba5s’, are networking evenings hosted by Chamber member companies. ba5 networking events sell out fast, which is testimony to their effectiveness as a business tool for Chamber members. The Marketplace This event is an expo style format where you can book display space to profile your business products and services to over 300 business decision makers. You can also enjoy drinks and nibbles, an inspiring guest speaker and the opportunity to meet a wide variety of interesting local businesses at this great networking event. For more information or to book call 09 309 6100 or email events@chamber.co.nz
The Chamber’s employment team make it so easy to take people on. They have taken the time to get to know the candidates and their skills so you can trust that good people will be put forward for the role. PETER MURRAY, DIRECTOR, GOODSON IMPORTS
Get the right staff, with the right skills Finding the right staff with the right skills for your business can be quick and cost effective. Call the Chamber to discuss your job vacancies and you’ll receive a list of suitable candidates within 48 hrs. Or you can use the Chamber’s online search listing to view up to date job seeker profiles. The Chamber has a variety of employment programmes that identify and prepare the right candidate for your business for no cost.
CadetMax and Career Start Youth need work and a great start to their career. Fill a vacancy in your business by giving the Chamber’s youth candidates a start. This service includes 12 months’ mentoring support. The Business Professional This no cost service provides you with business professional candidates who have on the job skills and experience, are highly trained and available for a range of business support roles, from administration to marketing. Migrant employment services We have highly skilled migrant professionals with New Zealand and/or overseas qualifications who are ready to contribute their impressive skills and experience in exchange for some New Zealand workplace experience. Candidates can work within your company for up to 8 weeks – an ideal way to check ‘team fit’ before you make a formal job offer - or for you to simply meet your short term need for another pair of hands without the payroll costs.
New Kiwis local and global In partnership with the Department of Immigration the New Kiwis web-based employment service has been designed to help employers connect with skilled staff with international experience and qualifications, at no cost. Fill your vacancy today. For more information about employment options call 0800 709 907 or 09 263 8840 or visit aucklandchamber.co.nz
The Chamber does an outstanding job representing the concerns of business to government and local government. The Chamber is New Zealand’s commercial touchstone and a necessary, unfiltered reality check for politicians. CATHERINE PETERS, PRAXIS PUBLIC RELATIONS LIMITED
Your voice for business The Chamber works hard on your behalf to influence those with the power to improve the environment in which you do business. Access online audio updates from CEO Michael Barnett on the issues and areas of representation the Chamber is working on.
News Articles, media appearances, council submissions are all tasks we undertake seriously and regularly on your behalf saving you from spending time, money and effort away from your business or from trying to effect change on your own.
Chamber Social You can share your successes and offer up ideas for debate on any of the Chamber’s social media channels. Being a member means you get to share in the collective wisdom of 12,000 Northern hub business decision makers.
For the latest update visit aucklandchamber.co.nz or if you’d like to comment please email us on michael@chamber.co.nz
Representation Chief Executive Michael Barnett represents your business needs as the spokesperson for members of the Chamber. Michael holds the following positions which all contribute to his ability to advocate on your behalf.
Be an active member of the Chamber network. Talk to us, share your views, listen to other members and learn from the many business success stories and activities posted to the Chamber channels.
Chairman Equal Employment Opportunities Trust Chairman Local Government Forum Chairman Auckland Business Leaders Group Chairman Auckland Business Forum Chairman Auckland Children’s Santa Parade Trust Ministerial appointee to National Advisory Council on the Employment of Women Chairman NZ Infant Formula Exporters Association Co-Chair of the Rules Reduction Taskforce
For more information call 09 309 6100 visit aucklandchamber.co.nz or email marketing@chamber.co.nz
We signed up for the OfficeMax offer and now go online to order everything including stationery supplies, laminators and more. The business’ first offer saved us $1,000. GAIL EVERISS, ENERTEC POWER SOLUTIONS
Save on business expenses Keep your dollars where they belong. Use the buying power of a nationwide network of Chamber members and start saving today. From petrol to paper clips, the Chamber and its alliance partners bring you great discounts on a wide range of products and services.
OfficeMax Get up to 60% off already low prices on more than 400 commonly used office products. Z Energy Save 7c per litre off the pump price at service stations nationwide with the Chamber’s Z Card. Vodafone Enter a 24 month Vodafone Red+ Business Plan and get half your monthly access fees credited back for three months. Mercury Energy Show us a recent energy bill and we’ll meet or beat your current rate. What’s more, we’ll lock in that low rate for the next two years. Noel Leeming Access trade discounts across our range of whiteware, electronics, and appliances nationwide. Westpac Reduce your credit card processing costs and access highly competitive rates on the latest compliant and fully maintained EFTPOS terminals.
Real Savings Here’s a real life example of how a regular Chamber member, with 4 staff and a $400K turnover, saved over three times their membership investment within a year. Alliance Partner
Annual Spend
Membership Savings
Total Savings
OfficeMax
$2,195
30%
$658
Z Energy
10,000km at 10litres/100km
7c per litre
$70
Vodafone
$1,800
3 months half price
$225
Westpac
$1,624
Transaction fees
$30
1.55% or 1.85%
Noel Leeming
$4,627
Preferential pricing
with membership card or number
$1,000
Not including personal staff savings
$1983
For more information call 09 309 6100 or email membership@chamber.co.nz
Getting involved with the Chamber has been a great way to meet other business owners. The Chamber is a great organisation to bring together business owners from a range of industries and experience. PAUL REDMAN AND DIANNE WATSON, OXIDE DISTRIBUTING CO. LIMITED
Membership packages Through your Chamber Membership you can save your business money, drive sales and attract new customers, promote your business to a network of over 12,000 business people and talk to more than 1,000 potential customers by tapping into the Chamber’s monthly event calendar.
Here are the top three reasons businesses join the Chamber: Our regular networking events; Big savings on business expenses; Free recruitment services. Membership business support packages Join us today and you’ll gain access to the right advice, support and connections to make your business succeed. Make connections Establish your professional reputation Exchange ideas and insights Grow your business
A one-stop-shop for lifting your game No matter what stage your business is at, having the right team behind you makes all the difference to how well, and how quickly, you succeed in achieving your objectives. Sole trader and partnerships 1-2 employees $250 + GST per annum Small and medium sized businesses 2-50 employees $350 + GST per annum Larger businesses 51-200 employees $622 + GST per annum 201+ employees $1058 + GST per annum For more information call 0800 CHAMBER or email membership@chamber.co.nz Special discounted rates apply for subsidiary, associate, franchise, consulate and charitable trust membership. Please call us for more details.
Level 3, 100 Mayoral Drive, Auckland 1010, New Zealand Email us at membership@chamber.co.nz, Call our team on 0800 543 543 or Visit aucklandchamber.co.nz