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.

littleGIANT offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to elevate athletes, companies and sports organisations to new heights of success. littleGIANT brings more than 120 years' combined global experience to maximise your potential on - and off - the field. We have the expertise that grows GIANT ambition with a Personalized Service. From emerging and established talents to major sponsors and rightsholders, littleGIANT is with you every step of the way.

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.

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.

2 Cheap Cars Group is an integrated used automotive group operating throughout New Zealand via two subsidiaries: Automotive Retail and Vehicle Finance. Our mission is to deliver quality cars and financing solutions at the most affordable prices to the average New Zealander. Operating under the “2 Cheap Cars” brand, our Automotive Retail company is one of the largest used vehicle sellers in New Zealand with 12 dealerships across the country. 2 Cheap Cars has sold (on average) over 11,000 cars annually for the past three years and is responsible for approximately 8 per cent of all used car import sales in New Zealand. Click here for information on the Investors. 

The Ministry for Primary Industries is helping to seize export opportunities for our primary industries, improve sector productivity, ensure the food we produce is safe, increase sustainable resource use, and protect New Zealand from biological risk. MPI has business units covering agriculture and animal welfare, food safety, biosecurity, fisheries, and forestry.

Hon Todd McClay discussed New Zealand's international engagement and diplomacy efforts, emphasising the importance of being visible and active on the world stage. Read the full report here.

The 2024 JNZBC annual joint conference will be held at the Kurashiki Ivy Square in Kurashiki, Japan, from 17-19 November, 2024.
Draft Programme - click here.
Conference Registration Form - click here.
Kurashiki Hotel Registration Information - click here.
For more information, visit the Conference page.

Check out some slides and images from the CPYPP event held in Auckland on July 04 2024.

Halo Sport is a full-service agency that focuses on sponsorship, events, activations and relationships providing considered, long lasting, thought provoking connections for stakeholders and brands. Using an unequalled understanding of sport and culture, to deliver meaningful connections between brands and target markets.
We are working with global and local brands on their sponsorship journey from strategy to activation and evaluation. We also manage professional rugby players to locally and globally, especially to Japan. We usually have about 60 players allocating to Japan every year.

MFAT’s Weekly Global Economic Report for 02 July, including New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s visit to Japan, is available here.

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JNZBCはニュージーランドと日本の二国間におけるビジネス拡大と貿易・経済関係強化を目指し、会員をはじめ広く経済界の発展に資することを目的に活動しています。

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OMRON is one of the only robotics and automation companies selling directly to the market in New Zealand and has a rich Japanese heritage stemming from 90 years in business, with headquarters in Kyoto. OMRON is an innovative company that invented many world firsts, including the digital blood pressure monitor and the X-ray timer.  Our mission is “to improve lives and contribute to a better society.”  We’ve been local in New Zealand for 35 years and are here to help you shape your business's future. With a rich history of solving emerging global challenges, we are now focused on empowering industry to create an “autonomous society” where business growth drives better living standards for all.

IKO Metals Asia Pacific is a New Zealand based manufacturer of roofing and cladding products exported around the world. We are part of the IKO Industries group - a North American and European manufacturer of a wide range of building products. Japan is an important market for us and we are product to supply roofing to some of Japan's largest and best known house builders.

“Adapt, improvise and overcome” is a famous motto of the US Marines, and it is a good description of our Prime Minister's Mission to Japan. We had some setbacks, but we adapted, overcame and delivered another highly successful mission to a key country for New Zealand.

Now is the time of Matariki in New Zealand, which is also called Subaru in Japan. This is a time of both reflection and planning. As we look backwards, we honour a country that has played a huge role in our past, and as we look forward, we can see that it will play a big role in our future as well… Check out NZTE Chief Executive Peter Chrisp’s video blog.

Deborah Hayden brings over 30 years’ experience in financial and corporate communications to FGS Global and is a widely recognized expert on communications issues in Japan and Asia. Deborah and her clients have received several awards for excellence in PR and public affairs. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours in economics from the University of Otago in New Zealand and has diplomas from Japan‘s Osaka University and Osaka University of Foreign Studies.