Business

22 May 2026

Workshops for businesses

Brought to you by the Regional Business Partner Network, these free workshops are for businesses wanting to learn more about adapting to change.

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Business support workshops

Adapting to change - free workshops for Canterbury businesses

Change is a constant part of running a business - but with the right tools and strategies, businesses can adapt, respond, and thrive.

The Adapting to Change workshop is designed to support NZ business owners and teams to anticipate, respond to, and adapt to change through practical tools, guided reflection, and business planning strategies.

This interactive 3 hour workshop will help you better understand your current business environment, identify risks and opportunities, and build greater resilience and agility into your business.

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

How are the workshops delivered?

The workshops are offered in-person or as an interactive online session, with a range of dates and times available.

Whether your business is navigating challenges or preparing for future opportunities, this workshop will provide practical insights to help you move forward with confidence.

In-person workshops

These workshops are brought to you by the Canterbury Regional Business Partner Network team (ChristchurchNZ, Business Canterbury, Enterprise North Canterbury and South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce) as part of the Regional Business Partner Network, supported by the MBIE. Book your spot now!

South Canterbury

Adapting to change

  • Date: Thursday, 4 June
  • Time: 10am-1pm
  • Location: 25 Canon Street, Timaru
  • Provided by: South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce
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Christchurch

Adapting to change

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Christchurch

Adapting to change

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Online workshops

Haven't got time to attend in-person? One of our online courses might be for you.

Online

Adapting to change

  • Date: Thursday, 4 June
  • Time: 9am-12pm
  • Provided by: Soda
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Online

Adapting to change

  • Date: Tuesday, 9 June
  • Time: 5-8pm
  • Provided by: Soda
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Online

Adapting to change

  • Date: Wednesday, 17 June
  • Time: 5-8pm
  • Provided by: Soda
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Online

Adapting to change

  • Date: Wednesday, 24 June
  • Time: 5-8pm
  • Provided by: Soda
Book now

Brought to you in association with:

Regional Business Partner Network

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