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Adapting to Change Workshops


Recently, the Government announced a comprehensive capability development series to help New Zealand businesses adapt to the current economic climate. Through the delivery of the Regional Business Partner (RBP) programme, Business South and Great South are pleased to offer all businesses across Otago and Southland free access to the series.

The series starts in June with 'Adapting to Change', a practical workshop designed to help business owners and their teams anticipate, respond to, and adapt to change. Using practical tools, guided reflection, and business planning strategies, the workshop will help you better understand your current operating environment, identify risks and opportunities, and build greater resilience and agility into your business.

In-person workshops will be held across the region. For those unable to attend in person, there is also a free online option for business owners, split across two 90-minute sessions: Monday 15 June and Monday 29 June, 1.00 pm to 2.30 pm.

What you’ll learn:

  • How to recognise and respond to change in your business environment.

  • Practical tools for business resilience and adaptability.

  • Strategies for pivoting and responding to challenges.

  • Identifying risks and uncovering new opportunities.

  • Building agility into your business planning and decision-making. 

Who should attend?

  • Small business owners

  • Entrepreneurs

  • Business managers and leadership teams

  • Businesses experiencing growth, uncertainty, or change.

Presented by: Andee Gainsford
Andee Gainsford is a business advisor, executive leader, and facilitator with more than 30 years' experience working across New Zealand and international businesses. Through his consultancy, Hojo New Zealand, he works alongside organisations navigating growth, operational change, and business risk, with extensive experience supporting businesses through uncertainty and transformation. Known for his practical, people-centred approach, Andee brings real-world insight to conversations around resilience, leadership, and adapting to change. He is currently Chief Executive Officer of the NES Group of Companies, Director of Rappaw Veterinary Care, and Director of Hojo New Zealand, based in the Upper Clutha region

Please register for the session nearest you:

Earlier Event: 10 June
Electrify Aotearoa Day Two: Conference Day
Later Event: 24 June
FirstCut x Notion Virtual Series