Business Month in Porirua
June 2024
Business in Porirua will be celebrated throughout June with a variety of free events and key speakers.
This programme aims to inspire, share unique industry knowledge, and connect local business owners with each other, our community and customers.
Wāhine paving the way in business
Tuesday 4 June
Pataka Art+Museum
5.30pm – 7.30pm for a 6 o’clock start
Hear from Rachel Taulelei and Tania Tupu, they will share their amazing journeys in business. Join us for Q&A and a chance to network afterwards. REGISTER
Meet the buyer - Te Tai Hauauru
Wednesday 5 June
Wikitoria Katene block, Whitireia Campus, Porirua
5.30pm – 7.30pm
Connect Amotai buyers with Māori and Pacific suppliers, and raise awareness of procurement processes, buyer opportunities, and ways for buyers to better engage with Amotai suppliers. REGISTER
Love Local Expo - Showcasing the best of our local products, services, crafts and community services, has become a not-to-be missed event.
Foodstuffs emerging supplier forum
Wednesday 12 June
Pataka Art+Museum - Helen Smith Room
2pm – 4pm
Porirua City and Foodstuffs invite you to hear what’s involved in becoming a supplier partner and tips for getting your products into Foodstuffs stores. REGISTER
Pacific in Business
Wednesday 12 June
Pataka Art+Museum
5.30pm – 7.30pm for a 6 o’clock start
Hear from John Fiso and Siobhan Samuel, join us for a Q&A and talanoa. REGISTER
Business After 5 with Barbara Kendall
Wednesday 19 June
Supply Room
5.30pm – 7.30pm for a 6 o’clock start
Join us for a Business After 5 event with Barbara, including Q&A and networking. REGISTER
Economic Update from Brad Olsen
Tuesday 25 June
Pataka Art+Museum – Performing Arts Studio
10.00 – 11.30am for a 10.30am start
Economic update on Porirua and hear Brad's thoughts on what’s to come during the next two years. Q&A and networking with other business owners. REGISTER
Te Rūnanga O Toa Rangatira
The power of a circular economy
Tuesday 25 June
5.30–7.30pm (6pm start)
Pātaka Art + Museum Atrium
Panel discussion with Helmut Modlik, Jennie Smeaton, Leon Grandy and local businesses. REGISTER
