Ethnic Xchange Symposium
11 October 2024
The Ministry for Ethnic Communities’ inaugural business symposium explored how the public and private sectors can work in partnership to unlock the potential of ethnic businesses for the benefit of New Zealand.
Speakers
Meet the speakers
Ministerial Speakers
Host, MC and Facilitators
Panellists
High Commissioners
*Accurate at the time of publication. Subject to change.
Programme
Explore the programme for the symposium
Registration
Registration will take place from 8.00am, providing attendees with an opportunity to check in, receive event materials, and network with fellow participants. Please arrive early to ensure a smooth start to the event.
Doors Open & Welcome
Doors will open at 9.00am, welcoming attendees to the event. A brief welcome address will follow, setting the stage for the day's activities and providing an overview of the event's programme.
Opening remarks
The event will officially begin with the purpose of the symposium, by Hon Melissa Lee, Minister for Ethnic Communities and Minister for Economic Development. She will introduce the day's speakers and sessions including the opening keynote speaker, Hon Nicola Willis, Minister of Finance.
Event venue
Hosted at the Cordis in Auckland
11 October, 2024
Main programme: 8am - 4.45pm
Networking: 4.45pm - 6pm
Sponsors
Partners
All ticket sales are utilised to recover all costs related to the delivery of the Symposium only.
Contact
Event enquiries
ethnicxchange@ethnicccommunities.govt.nz
Media enquiries
media@ethniccommunities.govt.nz
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