The Kāpiti Business Chamber and 2Degrees welcome you 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
THE PANEL
Leeann Watson - Christchurch Business Chamber CEO - Leeann brings a wealth of real-world experience to the stage. She'll share the practical lessons that have helped thousands of businesses adapt and thrive. Leadership, communication, and how to strengthen relationships across your local business ecosystem. Expect raw honesty and a strong dose of bloody-minded determination.
Guy Royal, Director, Tuia Investments: Guy brings to the panel rich insights into governance, strategic vision, and organisational excellence. Guy's background touches everything from infrastructure to retail, climate tech to Iwi investment. You'll learn more about what the Māori economy is and how it can help accelerate a stronger collective economy and a better standard of living for all.
Andrew Fairgray - 2degrees Chief Business Officer: Andrew will explore how smart technology choices can boost productivity, streamline operations, and future-proof small businesses in a digital-first world. He’ll share practical insights on what innovations matter most right now—and how to make them work for you.
Justin Lester - DotLovesData Director: Justin will emphasise the critical role of data in economic resilience and advocacy. Touching on how integrating data into strategic planning can help small businesses thrive. He'll also reflect on his experiences in local government, sharing his lessons on driving local economies through informed decision-making and community engagement.
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