BUSINESS TRAINING PROGRAMMES
Unlock Your Potential with Our Collaborative Business Training Platform!
At the Waikato Chamber of Commerce we believe in the power of collective growth. Our unique approach combines expert-led training sessions with valuable insights and experiences from our members. Join us to elevate your skills, expand your network, and maximise your business impact.
For more information, please email jenny.macgregor@waikatochamber.co.nz or call 021 037 8360
2025 EVENTS
AI-Powered Design: Elevate Your Brand with Canva & Free AI Tools
27 May 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Long Room, Wintec CBD
Pricing: $45 + GST (Members only event)
In this one-hour Canva workshop and Q&A, Greg offers an insider's perspective on the current state of artificial intelligence, insights into future developments, and how AI is transforming—and will continue to reshape—businesses.
The hands-on workshop, accessible to all skill levels, demonstrates how you and your teams can immediately leverage free AI tools to strengthen your brand.
Greg will show you how to eliminate design frustrations by instantly enhancing design quality with AI while maintaining brand consistency, crafting messaging that stands out, and efficiently transforming a single design into multiple formats.
Project Power: Driving Business Success with Effective Management
15th July 2025 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Union Square Business Centre, Hamilton
Pricing: $179 + GST - Chamber Members
$209 + GST - Non-Chamber Members
Join Silke Deul to learn how proper project management can benefit your business and the fundamentals of project management.
Are your projects running over time, over budget, or missing the mark? This practical, two-hour workshop introduces the core principles of project management. Learn why structured project management is crucial for business success and how to apply simple, effective techniques to improve project delivery and outcomes.
Business Owners Programme in partnership with Icehouse
We’re excited to announce that we will be hosting the Business Owners Programme in early 2026. This programme is designed to provide local business owners with expert-led workshops, networking opportunities, and practical strategies to elevate their business success.
We are delighted to partner with Icehouse to deliver The Business Owner Programme – a capability development solution for Waikato business owners.
This programme provides a unique learning environment for business owners, in three full days of learning, over three months. The program will provide you with the tools, support, and connections to drive progress and create a better business.
The programme is designed for owners of businesses with revenue between $1M to $3M+.
What will you get from this programme?
Deciding where your business will operate and how you will win in the future
Driving growth from the top – Leadership, Mindset and Resilience
Building a high performing team and culture in the business
Transforming how your business wins sales and why customers choose you?
Generating growth through digital / social media channels
Understanding of accounting and finance principles
Build a Business Growth Plan to keep you focussed.
Note: this programme is registered for Management Capability Funding, which may be available through the Regional Business Partner Network.
Email jenny.macgregor@waikatochamber.co.nz to register your interest.
