This event brings together visionary thinkers and dedicated community advocates to explore how relationships, innovation, and collective ambition can help shape a vibrant business ecosystem.

Drawing on insights from the 'Canterbury Ambition Project', data-driven leadership, Māori economic development, and digital transformation trends, this panel has been curated to empower and inspire local business leaders and their people.

It’s time to tell a stronger, more confident economic narrative for Kāpiti — one that reflects the drive and potential already thriving here.

If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or local leader, this is the one event in 2025 you can't afford to miss.

Opening Keynote Speaker: Minister of Commerce Scott Simpson 

Panel:

Leeann Watson - Christchurch Business Chamber CEO 

Guy Royal, Director - Tuia Investments

Andrew Fairgray - 2degrees Chief Business Officer

Justin Lester - DotLovesData Director

Date: Monday 9 June 2025

When: 8:30am - 11:30am

Where: Te Raukura Ki Kapiti, 34 Raumati Road, Raumati Beach