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SUMMARY:Shaping the Future of Small Business
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business owners with the ideas\, tools and experts to help them grow. \nThe Franchise & Small Business Expo brings together business experts\, service providers\, franchise systems\, advisers\, start-ups and business owners in one practical\, face-to-face environment. \nAcross two days\, visitors can explore the expo floor\, attend speaker sessions and workshops\, join business conversations\, and connect directly with people who can help them make better decisions. \nThe programme will cover business growth\, leadership\, AI\, sales\, marketing\, systems\, funding\, franchising\, buyer readiness and the future of business ownership in New Zealand. \nAuckland Business Chamber is joining the Expo as a Strategic Partner\, bringing its business network\, experience and practical insight to the programme. \nWho should attend\nThis event is for: \n\nSME owners and operators\nbusiness managers\npeople looking to grow or improve an existing business\npeople exploring business 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URL:https://aucklandchamber.co.nz/event/shaping-the-future-of-small-business/
LOCATION:Due Drop Events Centre\, 770 Great South Road\, Auckland\, Wiri\, 2104\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Ba5 With ChamberWorks
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URL:https://aucklandchamber.co.nz/event/ba5-with-chamberworks-2/
LOCATION:Due Drop Events Centre\, 770 Great South Road\, Auckland\, Wiri\, 2104\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Events
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