Chamber Business Podcast
Business Podcast for Business People of Auckland.
Episodes
32 episodes
Why New Zealand needs to back its manufacturers - Episode 31 of Chamber Business Podcast with Steve McCormick of Petromac
Steve joins Simon Bridges to talk about building gear that lasts, hiring people who don't follow the rules, and why New Zealand needs to back its manufacturers.
This one's a good one for anyone running on empty- Episode 30 of the Chamber Business Podcast
Simon sits down with Pete Bristow, Director and Head Coach at Elevate Wellness Co, who started out as a personal trainer before realising the real barriers to people's health weren't in the gym, they were everywhere else. Pete's built a coachin...
Helping New Zealand brands export to the world through Amazon - Episode 29 of Chamber Business Podcast
Leading a team of 23 with most clients based in Australia, Hamish talks growth, hard calls, and where AI fits into the future of the business.
On apprentice training and push for industry board representation. Episode 28 of Chamber Business Podcast with Daniel Berry of Dalton
Daniel shares his approach to governance, no external board dictating strategy, instead owners and managers build it themselves and report back to their own team.
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From The Ritz London to running a 16-person marketing agency in Grey Lynn - Episode 27 of Chamber Business Podcast with Christine Kearney of PH Digital
On building a performance marketing agency with the same standards she learned working at The Ritz London, and why she still won't accept mediocrity.
From growing up in the Himalayas to running one of Auckland's oldest pub - Episode 26 of Chamber Business Podcast with Sunny Kaushal
From growing up in the Himalayas to running one of Auckland's oldest pub, Sunny shares his journey, the toll eight years of CRL roadworks took on Albert Street businesses, and the work behind seven major retail crime reforms that have already h...
Breaking Away From Corporate to Put Clients First - Episode 25 of Chamber Business Podcast with Chris Bull of Clarity Insurance
This week on the Chamber Business Podcast, Simon Bridges chats with Chris Bull, co-founder of Clarity Insurance Brokers. After 24 years in the insurance game, Chris shares why he and business partner Jason broke away from the corporate world to...
Tune in for real marketing lessons that actually stick - Episode 24 of the Chamber Business Podcast
From corporate burnout to 150+ stores - how Molly Hansen turned midlife crisis into Sweet Disorder: Episode 23 of the Chamber Business Podcast
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From governance workshops to networking opportunities with business owners: Episode 22 of the Chamber Business Podcast
DJ shares what life looks like after elite sport, and how the Athlete Leaders Network is helping athletes build support systems, grow leadership skills, and find their next chapter beyond the field.
"Surely I can do something for myself." That's the thought that struck Danika Cooper after seeing tourist pricing on black pearls in the Cook Islands. Episode 21 of the Chamber Business Podcast
"Surely I can do something for myself." That's the thought that struck Danika Cooper after seeing tourist pricing on black pearls in the Cook Islands. On this week's Chamber Business Podcast, Simon Bridges sits down with Danika to hear h...
What's the difference between a business that grows and one that stalls?: Episode 20 of Chamber Business Podcast with Jon Randles of Bottleneck Breakthrough
What's the difference between a business that grows and one that stalls? In this episode, Jon Randles shares why picking just one to three things that actually move the needle, then having someone hold you accountable to them, changes everythin...
A great listen for any business owner who's still holding all the reins and wondering how to let go - Episode 19 of Chamber Business Podcast with Kellie Beaumont of Released
Kellie Beaumont, founder of Released, joins Simon Bridges to share how a chat with her mum in 2014 turned into a business helping tradies and small business owners get their back office sorted.
Why speed and transparency matter so much when businesses need capital - Episode 18 of Chamber Busienss Podcast with Corrina Stukan of Bizzy
Corinna shares how Bizzy came to life after years working with major banks, why speed and transparency matter so much when businesses need capital, and how open banking is set to change the game for SMEs across New Zealand.
How something as personal as colour perception actually follows a global scientific standard - Episode 17 of Chamber Business Podcast with Paul Handley of Colourgrade
This week, we talk to Paul Handley of Colourgrade about the science behind colour - from how our eyes perceive light to mapping spectral data using CIE standards. He breaks down how something as personal as colour perception actually follows a ...
Staying hungry, staying curious - that's what drives great research: Episode 16 of the Chamber Business Podcast with Matt Montgomoeri of Forsyth Barr
In this episode, we're joined by Matt Montgomoeri, Senior Equity Analyst at Forsyth Barr, for a discussion on building strong relationships, the intellectual drive to keep digging, and why a daily morning news summary helps clients synthesise w...
Why every business is different and why the next step isn't always determined by the economy - Episode 15 of Chamber Business Podcast with Danny Parker of Collective Performance NZ
In our latest Chamber Business Podcast episode, Danny Parker, Founder and Director of Collective Performance NZ, shares why every business is different and why the next step isn't always determined by the economy, but by where a business is in ...
A bridge builder between New Zealand and Central Asia - Episode 14 of Chamber Business Podcast with Mirshod Shakirov
A conversation about breaking down language barriers, building business connections, and what the future of New Zealand-Central Asia trade could look like.
Listen to why Sahil believes Auckland businesses are stronger when they grow together - Chamber Business Podcast with Sahil Chand of Solar Hub
Sahil opens up about the power of meaningful connections, what keeps him coming back to every BA5, and why he believes Auckland businesses are stronger when they grow together.
The excitement of exploring new markets, and knowing when to pull back - Chamber Business Podcast with Simon Huesser of Huski
Meet Simon Huesser, founder of Huski (Supreme winner of the 2degrees Auckland Business Awards 2025).In our latest Chamber Business Podcast episode, Simon opens up about the realities of building a business while raising a family, the exc...
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A brilliant conversation about growth, connection, and the power of being part of the right community- Chamber Business Podcast with Noeleen Tuala of Pele Baby
Noeleen Tuala of Pele Baby joined us on the Chamber Business Podcast and shared exactly why having a soundboard in business is not just helpful - it is invaluable.A brilliant conversation about growth, connection, and the power of being ...
New Zealand has the talent, the networks, and the opportunity - Chamber Business Podcast with Andrew Fairgray, 2degrees
New Zealand has the talent, the networks, and the opportunity - but are we telling our story loud enough? In this episode, Andrew Fairgray, Chief Business Officer at 2degrees, explores how Kiwi businesses can connect globally, attra...
From law to real estate - Chamber Business Podcast with Catherine Goodwin of Goodwins 🎙️
From law to real estate.In this episode Catherine Goodwin of Goodwins shares how she built a family business managing over $1.5B in property. A fourth-generation real estate story you don't want to miss.
Connecting Drivers and Passengers for planned journeys - Chamber Business Podcast with Saveun Man, Carpoolin
What if getting to community events didn’t mean more cars on the road?In this episode, Saveun Man of Carpoolin talks about creating a free platform that connects people, supports local groups, and helps reduce environmental im...
A raw and inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and knowing when to pivot - Chamber Business Podcast with Emma Politzer from Aura Studio
🎙️ Episode 7 of the Chamber Business Podcast is now live! In this episode, we sit down with Emma Politzer from Aura Studio , who shares her journey from late nights creating pieces to weekends on the road with her luggage in tow, Em...
