Is our company a member?

You can check if your company is a member by searching your company or trading name in our Business Directory on the Waikato Chamber of Commerce website.

How much does membership cost?

Membership is calculated based on your number of full-time employees (FTE). Current pricing: 1-20 employees – $350, 21-40 – $700, 41+ – $1,400 (GST exclusive).

Can everyone from our company have a login? How do I get it?

Yes. The primary contact can log into the Members Portal and add employees so each person can create their own login. If you need help, email info@waikatochamber.co.nz.

Can I promote my business, service or events through the Chamber?

Yes. Members can promote through the Members Portal (Member-to-Member Deals, Hot Deals, Market Space) or book a paid EDM sent to our database at member rates.

Do you certify export documentation (e.g., Certificates of Origin)?

Yes. We provide both manual and electronic certification services. To set up an export documentation account, email info@waikatochamber.co.nz.

Is this an individual membership or business membership?

Memberships are for businesses — from sole traders to large corporates. All team members can attend events and access benefits under one membership.

Can I still join if I don't have a business?

Yes. You can join as an individual under Category A membership.

What do I get for being a member?

Members enjoy free and discounted events, training, networking opportunities, marketing exposure, and access to a supportive local business community.

What should I do after joining the Chamber?

Get involved! Attend events, connect with other members, and make use of our resources. The more you participate, the more value you’ll gain from your membership.

How do I pay my annual membership fees online?

Follow the payment instructions on your invoice or log in to the Members Portal to pay via the Billing tab. If no invoice appears, your account is up to date.

How can my company sponsor a Chamber event or programme?

We welcome sponsorship enquiries! Please email info@waikatochamber.co.nz to discuss available opportunities and tailored partnership options.

VIP EXPERIENCE

Elevate your Symposium experience with a VIP ticket and enjoy exclusive access to a premium lunch and an intimate Q&A session with an inspiring panel of influential women. The panel discussion will centre around leadership, governance, and the experiences of women shaping the future across their industries.

With strictly limited numbers available, these tickets are expected to sell quickly, so secure yours today!

EVENT DETAILS

VIP registrations open: 11:15am
VIP lunch: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Cost: $215+GST ($30 more than first release GA tickets)

These tickets are limited so grab yours today before they sell out!

Already purchased a GA ticket? Register again and select 'Add on VIP Lunch' option.

GET YOUR TICKET TODAY!

SHAPING THE FUTURE: WOMEN LEADING CHANGE

What does it take to lead with influence, navigate complexity, and shape the future of your industry?

Join an exceptional panel of local women who are driving change from the boardroom to the front line, sharing their insights on leadership, governance, decision-making, and the opportunities and challenges facing today's leaders.

Through candid conversation and personal experiences, our panellists will explore what it means to lead with purpose, build lasting impact, and create pathways for the next generation of women.

PANELLISTS

Director - Gallagher

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Anna Curzon

Anna is a prominent and highly respected business leader and board director. Her experience includes global C-suite roles at Xero including Managing Director New Zealand, global Chief Partner Officer and Chief Product Officer, along with senior leadership roles with a number of other financial and technology companies. She is a director of Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Gallagher Holdings Limited, Kiwibank, and Jade Software Corporation, and chairs the board of Atomic.io. For over five years, across successive Governments, Anna has been a member of the APEC Business Advisory Council by appointment of the Prime Minister, where she is currently chairing the Regional Economic Working Group. Outside of business, Anna co-chairs B416, a New Zealand advocacy group established to address a modern-day public health crisis: the impact of social media on youth. Anna is passionate about the simple yet urgent mission of keeping our rangatahi safe online and has lobbied for the introduction of a legal age limit for social media.

CEO - Waikato Rugby

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Dr Amy Marfell

Dr. Amy Marfell is an experienced sports executive and academic, currently serving as the first female Chief Executive of Waikato Rugby and the only woman leading a Provincial Rugby Union in New Zealand’s National Provincial Championship (NPC) competition, marking a significant milestone in the landscape of Aotearoa/New Zealand’s rugby leadership. Amy’s professional journey has spanned various corners of the sporting sector. She holds a PhD which focused on sport and issues of gender, has taken up teaching and research roles in academia with the University of Waikato, Executive Leadership in a Regional Sports Trust environment at Sport Waikato and governance roles in Cricket, Rugby and Softball at local, regional and national levels. Amy brings a deep understanding of equity and strategic leadership to every role she undertakes and is recognised for her visionary leadership, values-based approach, and dedication to building high performing workplace cultures and teams, as well as for fostering pathways for future leaders, particularly women, in sport.

CEO - Braemar Hospital

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Fiona Michel

Fiona Michel is Chief Executive Officer of Braemar Hospital, one of New Zealand's largest independent, not-for-profit private surgical hospitals. Fiona was appointed by the Minister to the Council of the University of Waikato and chairs the Medical Advisory Board of the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine. She is also a Director of New Zealand Medical Indemnity Insurance and is chair of Dress for Success Hamilton. Fiona has won numerous awards in New Zealand and Australia for achievement in human resources, leadership, culture, ethics and industrial relations, and was a finalist in the 2021 Westpac Women of Influence Awards for her work on the COVID-19 Vaccination Programme. She won CEO of the Year at the 2025 Waikato Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.