Nau mai, haere mai and welcome to Rotorua!
The Rotorua Business Chamber is proud to host the 2026 NZ Chambers of Commerce Conference, bringing together leaders from across Aotearoa’s Chamber network for three days of connection, insight, and forward-focused discussion.
Set in the heart of Rotorua, the conference will explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of business communities across New Zealand. Through engaging keynote sessions, practical workshops, and meaningful networking, delegates will share ideas, strengthen relationships, and build capability to support the businesses and regions they represent.
Join us as we connect, collaborate, and communicate—working together to strengthen the voice and impact of Chambers nationwide.
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A message from Melanie Short, CEO Rotorua Business Chamber
Kia ora koutou katoa,
The team and I are delighted to welcome you to beautiful Rotorua for this year's New Zealand Chambers Conference. We are thrilled to have you join us for what promises to be an interesting and insightful conference programme over three days.
We have carefully designed this year's programme with plenty of time built in for connection. You'll have numerous opportunities to strengthen your relationships with fellow chamber colleagues and our valued alliance partners. We're particularly excited about our lineup of speakers who will be sharing their insights and experiences during the conference.
Beyond the formal sessions, we have several very cool outings planned that will showcase the unique character of Rotorua while providing additional networking opportunities in a relaxed setting.
Our hope is that by the time you leave Rotorua, you will have not only gained valuable knowledge and insights, but also strengthened the professional relationships that make our chamber community so vibrant and effective.
Thank you for being part of this special event. We look forward to connecting with each of you and making this conference a memorable and productive experience for everyone.
Ngā manaakitanga ki a koe
Melanie
A message from Paul Ingram, NZCCI Chair | President Rotorua Business Chamber
Kia ora!
It’s a pleasure to welcome you all to my hometown, Te Rotorua nui ā Kahumatamomoe. There is no better place for a late autumn adventure. I hope you take the opportunity to embrace the manaakitanga our city is renowned for, take some time out from business as usual, refresh, relax hard, and enjoy yourself.
As a network, our greatest strength is our collective skillset and talent. The conference programme will provide opportunities for learning and inspiration. Perhaps the biggest takeaway will come from renewing connections, making introductions, collaborating, and getting to know each other.
Have a great few days.
Nāku i roto i ngā mihi
Paul