# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Roundtable with MSD Regional Commissioner, Blair McKenzie
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 06 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed, 06 May, 2026 at 11:00 am (+12:00)
- **Event Description**: Discuss regional employment trends, workforce planning and strategic insights into the labour market.About this EventJoin Regional Commissioner of the Ministry for Social Development Blair McKenzie who is interested in meeting with a group of business leaders to discuss regional employment trends, workforce planning and strategic insights into the labour market. Blair will also talk you through the new ChamberWorks programme which aims to link businesses up with fully vetted and work ready job seekers.The discussion will cover: •	Key pressures for employers, workforce trends, and what MSD is seeing from jobseekers.•	Hard-to-fill roles, barriers to hiring, and what “work-ready” looks like in practice.•	Where the disconnects are - gaps between vacancies and candidates, and system barriers.•	Opportunities to strengthen partnerships quick wins, and shared regional priorities for the next 6–12 months.COST:Business Canterbury Member - FreeEVENT MANAGER:Holly Andrews - hollya@businesscanterbury.co.nz  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/613a5ea0-399d-11f1-a530-6f05b3be21cf-rimg-w1200-h280-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Disclaimer: Please note by registering for this event, you agree to receive communications from Business Canterbury regarding its products, services, and related updates. Your contact information will be used solely for these purposes and will not be shared with third parties. You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our privacy policy.It will also be taken as acceptance that your image, name, or voice may be included in publications after the event. No personal details will be shared or printed without prior consent.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/christchurch/roundtable-with-msd-regional-commissioner-blair-mckenzie/100001987370607987
- **Event Categories**: meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Christchurch
- **state**: CA
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Business Canterbury
- **lat**: -43.52633429999999
- **long**: 172.6320939
- **full address**: Business Canterbury, 57 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Roundtable with MSD Regional Commissioner, Blair McKenzie being held?
  - **A:** Roundtable with MSD Regional Commissioner, Blair McKenzie takes place on Wed, 06 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 06 May, 2026 at 11:00 am at Business Canterbury, 57 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Roundtable with MSD Regional Commissioner, Blair McKenzie?
  - **A:** Roundtable with MSD Regional Commissioner, Blair McKenzie is organized by The Chamber.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Roundtable with MSD Regional Commissioner, Blair McKenzie is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Christchurch, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Roundtable with MSD Regional Commissioner, Blair McKenzie sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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