What is Kāpiti's sweet spot and how can businesses leverage this successfully

Wed Feb 12 2025 at 07:15 am to 08:45 am UTC+13:00

Southward Car Museum | Paraparaumu

Electra Business Breakfast
Publisher/HostElectra Business Breakfast
What is K\u0101piti's sweet spot and how can businesses leverage this successfully
Advertisement
Electra Business Breakfast – B2B networking – Sponsored by Electra – Supported by Business Kāpiti - Nau mai haere mai Electra Business Breakfast is excited to kick start the year with essential insights and strategies for business success in Kāpiti! Join renowned economic development expert, Chris Wilkinson, for a dynamic breakfast session this February.
A former Businessperson of the Year, Chris brings a wealth of experience working with consumer-facing sectors and destinations across New Zealand and globally. His expertise in market trends and economic insights has made him a sought-after speaker and media commentator.
With extensive experience in the Wellington region, including Kāpiti, Chris will provide a unique perspective on this District's potential and challenges in the current economic climate, with an action-oriented approach that gives pace to realising the many opportunities on our doorstep.
Key takeaways that Chris will deliver:
1. Intrinsic Advantage: What is Kāpiti's 'sweet spot' and how can businesses leverage this successfully?
2. Understand Kāpiti's evolving market: Learn how to adapt and thrive amidst shifting demographics and consumer sentiment.
3. Maximise key sector growth: Discover strategies to support and expand Kāpiti's leading industries.
4. Capitalise on government investment: Unlock opportunities presented by upcoming government spending in this area.
5. What are our quick wins? What can we do now to set ourselves up decisively for success this year?
See you there! Book early to avoid disappointment to hear expert economic insights for success in 2025!
---------------------------------------------
WELLNESS UPDATE
Please don’t attend if you are feeling unwell. We look forward to seeing you all soon.
---------------------------------------------
ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Chris Wilkinson
Economic Development Expert
Managing Director First Retail Group
Chris is known for his insights into consumer trends and economic development. He has also developed and sold several successful businesses in the retail and service sectors and served as a director of Positively Wellington Tourism.
Chris is a leading expert in retail markets and shopping trends, with over 20 years of experience leading First Retail Group, a specialist strategy and project enablement consultancy focused on consumer-facing sectors and destinations.
Chris is a recognised expert in performance development, customer experience, and shopper behaviour. He has extensive experience in helping brands and destinations adapt to evolving consumer needs, market trends, and growing competition.
Based in New Zealand, Chris has worked with a diverse range of clients, including global brands, retail property owners, and government organisations across Australasia, Dubai, the UK, Singapore, and the Pacific Islands. His international experience provides a unique perspective on global trends and opportunities.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriswilkinson1/
https://firstretailgroup.com/
---------------------------------------------
Electra Business Breakfast is an independent networking programme that seeks to INSPIRE, CONNECT and ENGAGE where everyone is welcome.
#ChrisWilkinson #MarketingTrends #KāpitiCoast #Economy #EconomicGrowth #Kāpiti #Business #BusinessKāpiti #BusinessGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #BusinessNetworking #Inspire #Connect #Engage #ElectraBusinessBreakfast
---------------------------------------------
PAYMENT POLICY
The cost to attend a breakfast is $39 (incl GST + booking fees). Payment in advance is necessary to secure your seat at the Electra Business Breakfast unless you have a prior arrangement with Kāpiti Business Projects. Seats are limited and your registration is taken as a firm booking. All bookings can be done easily online.
Kāpiti Business Projects uses Humanitix to manage Electra Business Breakfast events. This means you need to have your credit card handy as payment is handled in that way – at checkout Humanitix will pass on their fee (5% + 0.49c + GST = $2.81). Once you have booked and paid Humanitix will email confirmation together with a tax invoice to acknowledge your payment.
Cancellations made within 7 working days of the breakfast will not be refunded. Instead, we welcome a substitute to attend. A full refund can be made if it is made more than 7 working days before the breakfast. You can request a refund from your Humanitix notification and Kāpiti Business Projects will review when notified by Humanitix.
---------------------------------------------
ABOUT HUMANITIX
Humanitix is a registered charity for the tech generation. Humanitix booking fees cover their costs, and everything else goes to their education projects that help to change lives. Electra Business Breakfast has chosen to support Manaiakalani Education Trust that supports Māori, Pasifika, and disadvantaged learners in Aotearoa to increase student outcomes and get equal access to digital education.
https://humanitix.com/nz/our-story
---------------------------------------------
SPONSORED by Electra
https://electra.co.nz/
SUPPORTED by Business Kāpiti
https://www.businesskapiti.co.nz/
DELIVERED by Kāpiti Business Projects
https://kapitibusinessprojects.co.nz/electra%20breakfast
CATERING by PartyPerfect Catering
Full English buffet (GF, DF, Vegan, Vegetarian options included)
https://partyperfect.catering/
Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Southward Car Museum, 235 Main Rd, Otaihanga, Paraparaumu 5036, New Zealand,Paraparaumu Beach, Paraparaumu

Tickets

Sharing is Caring:

More Events in Paraparaumu

Wednesday Evening Ocean Swim
Wed, 12 Feb, 2025 at 06:30 pm Wednesday Evening Ocean Swim

Waterfront Bar

Distilled Comedy at The Bond Store - 12th February
Wed, 12 Feb, 2025 at 07:00 pm Distilled Comedy at The Bond Store - 12th February

The Bond Store

KWT Group Run
Thu, 13 Feb, 2025 at 06:30 pm KWT Group Run

Marine Gardens Raumati

Parent Support Group - Kapiti Coast
Fri, 14 Feb, 2025 at 10:00 am Parent Support Group - Kapiti Coast

Sunday Cantina

JOURNEY TO SERENITY YIN YOGA AND SOUND HEALING 2025
Fri, 14 Feb, 2025 at 07:00 pm JOURNEY TO SERENITY YIN YOGA AND SOUND HEALING 2025

Paraparaumu Memorial Hall

The Waterfront Bar, Raumati Beach
Fri, 14 Feb, 2025 at 09:00 pm The Waterfront Bar, Raumati Beach

The Waterfront

Paraparaumu is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Paraparaumu Events