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
You walk into a room and look for someone you know.
You default to “What do you do?”
You leave with business cards, but no real connection.
Sound familiar?
What if networking felt natural, not forced? What if you could walk into any room with confidence and build genuine connections that lead to real opportunities?
In this interactive session, you will learn:
A simple, practical approach to networking
How to introduce yourself in a way that sparks real conversation
Better questions that move beyond small talk
How to be intentional without being transactional
Tools and mindsets that work, even if you are more introverted
This is not just theory. You will practice in the room, try new approaches, and leave with a way of connecting that feels authentic.
This is not about working the room. It is about building relationships that last.
Date: Wednesday 20 May 2026
Time: 10.00am to 11.00am
Venue: SkyCity Hamilton - Garden Room
Trainer: Tracey Olivier - Leadership Coach & Facilitator
Fees:
Chamber members - $29 + GST
Non-members - $59 + GST
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
