About Us | Business Central and Wellington Chamber

Two organisations. One shared commitment to Central NZ businesses.

Our Purpose

Business Central and the Wellington Chamber of Commerce exist to help businesses build capability, manage risk, and thrive in an ever-changing environment. That means making expert support accessible, connecting organisations to opportunities and each other, and ensuring the voice of business is heard in the places that matter - in local councils, in national policy discussions, and across sectors.

Our Leadership Team

Practical Support

We provide a wide range of services including employment relations advice, human resources consulting, health and safety support, legal guidance, and international trade assistance - all designed to help businesses operate with confidence and clarity.

Learning & Capability Building

We offer workshops, training and tailored learning programmes to help teams and leaders build practical skills and stay up to date with best practice in business.

Connection & Community

Through events, networking opportunities, and referral partnerships, we help organisations connect, collaborate and grow stronger together.

Advocacy & Representation

We amplify the collective voice of business with local and national decision-makers, ensuring the challenges and priorities of companies are understood and addressed.

Who we serve

From small enterprises to large employers, from established exporters to emerging innovators, our members come from every sector and stage of business. We support business owners, managers, HR professionals, and leaders who want to make informed decisions, solve problems effectively, and build sustainable organisations.

Our Heritage and Reach

The roots of our organisations stretch back decades, with a long traditions of business advocacy, support, and community leadership in the Wellington region and beyond. Today we are part of the broader Business NZ network and the New Zealand Chambers of Commerce, giving our members access to regional and national influence and services.

Our Commitment

We are here to help businesses in Wellington and across central New Zealand navigate uncertainty, strengthen capability, and pursue growth with confidence. Whatever the challenge, our focus remains the same: delivering support that helps business deliver results.