On Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 June, we had Rod MacKenzie speak to guests about NZ Focus’ journey. Mr MacKenzie is the Executive Director of NZ Focus; he had previously worked for New Zealand Trade and Enterprise for over a decade, and in particular he held the post of China Regional Director for a number of … Continued
On 19 March, HKNZBA held our AGM at the Chandelier Room at the Langham Auckland. The formalities of the AGM were followed by a networking cocktail with drinks and nibbles. Thank you to Mr Carl Worker, our guest speaker, who gave an interesting and incredibly eye-opening speech about his experience in and with Hong … Continued
The Chinese New Year Events on 2 and 3 March, co-hosted by HKETO, Hong Kong Tourism Board, HKTDC, Invest Hong Kong and HKNZBA were a great success! There were over 200 attendees at the Auckland function, and over 60 in Wellington. Special thanks to our sponsors, speakers Arthur Au, Director of the Hong Kong Economic … Continued
In October 2014, we had two successful seminars with Zespri’s Chief Operating Officer Simon Limmer in Auckland and Wellington. Mr Limmer gave great insight into Zespri’s ventures into China and the lessons that could learnt for businesses looking to expand into the China market. In particular, it was important to recognise the challenges in going … Continued
HKNZBA was pleased to host two networking yumchas for Auckland and Wellington chapters. Both events were great opportunities for members and non-members to network in an informal setting. Thank you to Grand Harbour Restaurant in Auckland and Majestic Cuisine in Wellington.
To celebrate the end of the Hong Kong Festival, HKNZBA was delighted to host a Banquet Dinner at the Floating Pavilion, Viaduct Harbour on 28 August 2014. We were very happy to be able to work in collaboration with Tanisha Kemp and Verena Doolabh from Masterchef NZ 2014 for this event. The girls who finished in … Continued
HKNZBA was delighted to hold their annual Career Talk for university students at the University of Auckland. Interested students were able to learn about job opportunities in Hong Kong and about the wider job market in the Asia-Pacific region. Speakers included Bernard Lo, Deputy Director of the Hong Kong Economic Trade Office in Sydney, and … Continued
In continuation of the Hong Kong Festival, we had Andrew Leung and Dr Stephen Noakes speak to guests about China’s position today. Dr Stephen Noakes, from the University of Auckland’s Political Science Department, spoke about the challenges Hong Kong faces as China moves towards establishing closer ties with this region. Andrew Leung spoke about the Chinese … Continued
HKNZBA was fortunate to have Andrew Leung speak to members and non-members about China’s ascendancy today and the implications for Hong Kong and the Asia- Pacific region in Wellington, as part of the Hong Kong Festival. Mr Leung is a prominent China specialist and his experience and knowledge in this area is truly unparalleled. He spoke … Continued
HKNZBA opened its Event Calendar on 7 August 2014 with a Cocktail Gala at the Langham, Auckland. Mr Andrew Sayers, the President of HKNZBA and Mr Bernard Lo, Deputy Director of Hong Kong Economic Trade Office spoke briefly about the events coming up and Hong Kong and Auckland’s continuing trade relationship. Special Guest Artist, Mr … Continued