About Us 

Our Vision

Key Chamber People

“To Promote Business Vitality in Hawke’s Bay”
As part of the largest 'by business, for business' organisation in the world, the focus of the Hawke's Bay Chamber of Commerce is an integral part of the brand - 'business vitality'. Connected to the International Chambers of Commerce and an Accredited Member of the NZ Chambers of Commerce, the Hawke's Bay Chamber's strongest advocates are those members who recognise the unique position of this organisation in the business community. Whether their businesses are long-established or new initiatives and operate locally, nationally or globally, members who work their association with the Chamber benefit their own organisations and the wider business community.

The Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce is accredited to the NZ Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Inc.). NZCCI is an umbrella organisation serving the interests of 32 New Zealand Chambers of Commerce. These in turn represent over 20,000 businesses – most of the small to medium enterprises that are the backbone of business in NZ. The Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce is an Incorporated Society. The NZCCI is affiliated to the International Chambers of Commerce the world’s largest business organisation. The accreditation link from local Chambers of Commerce to NZCCI requires that Chambers meet prescribed standards of service to their members. Accreditation is revalidated annually.

 CEO:  Murray Douglas
Administration Manager:  Helen Bromley
  
Click here to see Current Chamber Board Members.
   
Click here to dowload the Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce Rules (PDF).
  
The Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce supports Export Hawke’s Bay.  Accepting that export growth is the way forward, Export Hawke’s Bay has been formed to encourage more regional businesses to either begin exporting or for existing exporters to expand their export endeavours. Export Hawke’s Bay combines the resources of Hawke's Bay Incorporated, Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce, Export New Zealand, and NZTE to produce a unique, focused organisation acting with one regional voice.
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About Hawke’s Bay

Both Hastings and Napier contain examples of outstanding architecture (Napier Art Deco and Hastings Spanish Mission) which along with the burgeoning wine and food activities and the great climate makes this region a very popular destination for tourism and businesses. With over 2200 hours of sunshine, Hawke’s Bay is a year-round holiday destination with an eclectic mix of visual and sensory experiences.

Located on the east coast of the North Island, the landscapes of Hawke’s Bay begin with the high, forested Ruahine and Kawkeka Ranges. From the mountains the land sweeps down towards the coast, flattening out to become the Heretaunga Plains. A number of wide rivers, excellent for fishing, run swiftly to meet the blue Pacific Ocean and glorious beaches which stretch from Mahia in the north to Porangahau in the south.

Hawke’s Bay is the country’s oldest winemaking region and is New Zealand’s leading producer of award winning red wines. Hawke’s Bay is also home to a world-class concentration of Art Deco architecture, fresh local produce and artisan food producers complemented by a vibrant arts scene and a rich Maori culture. The region also hosts a number of ‘must see’ events throughout the year.

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Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce History
The Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce has its roots back in 1883. The current Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce is a merge between the Napier Chamber – established in 1883- and the Hastings Chamber which was formed in 1907. After decades of running separate chambers, the Hawke’s Bay Chamber of Commerce in its present form was established in May 1993, both cities decided it was much more efficient and beneficial to combine the forces. The Chamber has grown to an active and vibrant Chamber with over 500 members and growing each year.
  

Advertise with us

The Chamber of Commerce has different tools (and rates) to advertise and expose your brand to a large crowd: (potential) members, (potential) clients and suppliers, business owners and decision makers already in the area and national and international businesses looking at moving to Hawke’s Bay. Click here to advertise with us.