Our Events
We are proud to say our events make business happen. Our priority is providing thoughtful and important information to our members, as well as ensuring you make the connections you want.
New Member Mixer
Our new members are invited to attend a morning tea with the Chamber team, where they get an opportunity to
- Network with other new members
- Introduce your business, and
- Learn more about membership benefits and our services.
BA5’s, BB8’s – Expos
Business After Five (BA5) – Breakfast Before Eight (BB8)
These events are generally hosted by a member and allows the opportunity for the host business to promote themselves, their services or products.
Events have been held in all sorts of locations from factories, offices, museums, workshops, warehouses – even on ships at Bluff Port. BA5, BB8 and Expo events are usually free for members to attend.
Glass Elevator
The Glass Elevator professional women’s networking group was created to encourage women in business to excel and support others towards success.
The events and seminars are targeted to professional women. They are held across breakfast, lunch, afternoon or evening sessions.
In 2019, we launched the inaugural Women Inspiring Women Conference not Conference. Held in November each year, this event is not to be missed!
Business Briefings
The Chamber provides opportunities for members to attend Business Briefings for all the latest information including new legislation, economic, local and central Government updates.
Business Excellence Awards
The highlight on the calendar is the biennial Business Excellence Awards.
The Awards Dinner showcases the region’s business talent and capability. It also acts as a platform for paying tribute to local businesses helping to build our economy and community. As well as accolades for the winners the awards aim to highlight our outstanding local organisations and their achievements.
Export Awards
One of the other highlights is the biennial Export Southland Gala Dinner.
This dinner has become a prestigious and popular event. It features a variety of quality local export food, an evening of entertainment and presentations.
The occasion offers the exporting industry a chance to acknowledge exporters who best characterise the values of the exporting industry.
Plus ....
Members will be invited to a variety of other events throughout the year. This includes Golf Tournaments, Off the Clock Networking Happy Hour, Panel Discussions, and events hosted in partnership with COIN South, Great South, Invercargill Young Professionals (IYP) and other local businesses.
Click here to view our Events Calendar and subscribe to our ChamberLink e-Newsletter to keep up to date with upcoming Chamber events.
