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 Business 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.
2026 TRAINING & EVENTS
Date: Tuesday 28 July 2026
Time: 9:30am - 12:00pm
Venue: Gallagher Hub, Events Room 2, Wintec CBD.
Join us in Hamilton for this engaging, two hour AI fundamentals workshop, designed to help you work smarter and save time using today's leading AI tools.
This workshop is designed for everyone, from complete beginners to experienced AI users. If you're just getting started, you'll gain the confidence and practical skills to use AI effectively. If you already use AI regularly, you'll sharpen your prompting, discover new tools and techniques, and learn how to get more value from platforms such as ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, and Gemini. Even past attendees will benefit from updated content, new examples, and the latest AI developments.
This practical, hands-on workshop is designed for business users, not technical specialists. The skills you learn can be applied across ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, and other leading AI platforms.
Fees: $300+GST per person*
*This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for 50% funding support, please register your expression of interest and contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor at businessgrowth@sodainc.com.
Dates:
Workshop 1 – Tuesday 15 September
Workshop 2 – Tuesday 20 October
Workshop 3 – Tuesday 17 November
Time: 9am to 4pm
Venue: Union Square Business Centre, Hamilton.
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 focused.
Fees:
Please enquire by emailing Jenny
Regional Business Partner Funding
Management Capability Development funding may be available through your Regional Business Partner. To explore if your business is eligible for support, please contact your local Growth Advisor by emailing hello@sodainc.com or email Jenny for an introduction.
Icehouse Scholarships
Scholarships are regularly offered. Email Jenny to find out more.
Note: A minimum of 10 enrolments must be received by 1 August 2026 to enable this programme to be confirmed.
2025 Business Owners Programme Alumni
2024 Business Owners Programme Alumni
