In his previous role as Head of Japan for a leading sports agency, Tim Harvey conducted more than 1000 successful contract negotiations between NZ and Japanese enterprises. Tim's focus on building relationships has made him a valuable partner for Kiwi businesses looking to operate in Japan. Tim has a natural understanding of both Japanese and New Zealand cultures and languages (as a result of his upbringing as a “missionary kid” in Japan). He was raised with strong moral values, with an emphasis on caring for people and building relationships. Trust, integrity and conviction have been at the heart of his business dealings in Japan and New Zealand for more than 25 years.

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A wonderful celebration lunch was held at the Japanese Embassy in Wellington to honour Ian Kennedy, recipient of the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star. Click here to read Ian’s speech.

“As our eighth largest market for visitor arrivals, Japan is an important market for New Zealand. It’s great to see this campaign has strengthened the desire for destination New Zealand among visitors thinking of travelling here,” Tourism New Zealand General Manager International Angela Blair said. 

Melanie and Mark Baker-Jones from Te Whakahaere presented at the BNZ Event on 16 September, following their recent visit to Japan during which they meet with a number of Japanese financial institutions and corporates, as well as the Financial Services Agency. Their report provides a comprehensive guide for Japanese companies on climate-related financial disclosures, highlighting key challenges, opportunities, and strategic approaches to climate risk. 
The report is available via the Members Section on the JNZBC website.
The presentation is available here.

Many thanks to the BNZ for their hospitality throughout this event.

The Japan New Zealand Business Council was pleased to support the highly successful business breakfast hosted by Wellington City Council, Wellington Chamber of Commerce and the Japanese Embassy on 13th September marking the beginning of the 2024 Japanese Festival and the 30th anniversary of the Wellington/Sakai sister city link. Thank you Toyota for your generous sponsorship. Click on the image for more details.

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