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SUMMARY:Business after five - August
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It’s a great chance to catch up with other Chamber members\, swap ideas\, and make new contacts in a laid-back setting. \nThis month\, we’re hosted by Alpha Group Holdings – a New Zealand biotechnology company specialising in natural health supplements made from medicinal fungi\, particularly Reishi mushrooms. Founded by renowned mycologist Professor Yihuai Gao\, Alpha Group combines scientific research with proprietary extraction technology to produce high-quality\, natural wellness products. With partnerships across academia and a presence in New Zealand\, China\, and Asia\, Alpha Group is dedicated to improving health through innovation in natural medicine. \nBusiness spotlight \nFour businesses will have two minutes each to share their story with the audience. When you pick up your name tag\, our team will ask if you’d like the opportunity to participate. If selected\, this is a valuable chance to spark interest and showcase what you do. \nEvent Details\nDate: Wednesday 6th August\nTime: 4:30pm – 6:00pm\nLocation: 8 Ha Crescent\, Manukau \nWe look forward to seeing you there![/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”5″][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”179158″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” animation_easing=”default” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” el_class=”rounded-image pattern-right”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#ffffff” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”2.5%” bottom_padding=”5%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”speakers” overlay_strength=”0.5″ gradient_direction=”left_t_to_right_b” shape_divider_position=”both” shape_divider_height=”70″ bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=”tilt”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”179030″ image_size=”medium” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”3/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\nDavid Wei Gao\nDavid has extensive experience in international business management. He has led Alpha Group’s global growth since 2004\, overseeing the establishment of the company’s biotech parks\, the launch of the Ganopoly brand\, and the expansion of the Alpha Group retail network. \nDavid has also played a key role in advancing several organizations\, including the New Zealand–China Association for the Promotion of Economy and Science and the Fujian Chamber of Commerce of New Zealand. He has been a strong advocate for fostering cooperation and exchange between New Zealand and China in the areas of technology and economic growth\, making significant and ongoing contributions to bilateral trade and relations.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://aucklandchamber.co.nz/event/business-after-five-august/
LOCATION:Alpha Group Holdings\, 8 Ha Crescent\, Manukau\, Auckland\, 2104\, New Zealand
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