Thursday 9th October, 7:00am – 9:15am
Straight-Talking Insights for Your Business Future
Right after the OCR announcement, Jarrod Kerr will give a clear, no-frills update on where the economy’s at and what it means for you.
Then he’ll sit down with Simon Bridges for an open conversation, answering your questions on the big issues businesses are dealing with right now.
Elliot Smith from Kiwibank will finish up, pulling it all together so you leave with a few solid ideas you can actually use.
Come along, join the chat, and head away better prepared for what’s ahead.
Come along, be part of the conversation and leave better equipped for the road ahead.
Event Details
Date: Thursday 9th October
Time: 7:00am – 9:15am
Location: Auckland Business Chamber – Level 3, 90 Symonds Street, Grafton
Agenda
7:00am – 7:30 am: Registration
7:30am: Welcoming Remarks
Panel Discussion followed by a Q&A session
Enjoy the opportunity to network before the event officially concludes at 9:15am.
Speakers
Jarrod Kerr
Kiwibank Chief Economist
Jarrod Kerr, Kiwibank’s new Chief Economist, is passionate about the environment, financial literacy, and all things economics. Born and educated in New Zealand, he built his career in the US, Switzerland, and Australia, working for JP Morgan, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, and Credit Suisse. After 16 years abroad, Jarrod has returned home to lead economic insights at Kiwibank.
Simon Bridges
Auckland Business Chamber CEO
Simon Bridges, CEO of the Auckland Business Chamber, is a former National Party Leader and senior Cabinet Minister, having held portfolios including Economic Development, Transport, and Communications. A lawyer by training, he served as a Crown prosecutor before entering politics, and has degrees from Auckland and Oxford universities. Author of the bestselling memoir National Identity, Simon also chairs NZTA Waka Kotahi and the CC Group.
Elliott Smith
Kiwibank’s Chief Customer Officer
Elliot Smith, Kiwibank’s Chief Customer Officer, Business, has over 20 years in banking, including roles at NAB, Westpac, ASB, and six years at Kiwibank. With a background in hospitality and banking across New Zealand and Australia, he values strong leadership, customer service, and Kiwibank’s mission to make New Zealand better off. He’s focused on growth, champions diversity and inclusion, and enjoys family time, cooking, and learning te reo Māori.
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