Business Book Club
Do you love love business books but never find the time to read?
Do you find that you just never get around to reading that pile of Business Books you have been collecting?
Do you battle to find books that are relevant?
I know the feeling, but I also know the remedy. The Cambridge Chamber of Commerce are starting a Business Book Club. It is a monthly get together where we read and discuss business books that will help build our businesses.
So if you love reading good business books and need a reading plan and would love to discuss said books with some like-minded people, where we can discuss how we apply what we have read, come along to our first meeting on the 13th July, at Sloth at 12pm.
• Each person will share their insights from a particular chapter/s, so even if you don’t get to read the whole book in a month, you will get to get to glean the insights from others.
• We will discuss the insights and how we can apply these to our business.
• We will work out a suitable reading plan for busy people.
• There is accountability, which is why you will get to finish those books you start for a change.
Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body. —Joseph Addison
This group will be led by Tracey Olivier.
Karen May
Kaz - Design. Brand. Web.
Director
Chris Edmeades
The Olde Creamery
Owner Operator
Liora Pine
The Little Acre
Jim Goddin
Grinter's Funeral Home
Funeral Director
Kirsty Johnson
Shelley Tweedy & Associates Ltd
Chartered Accountant
Maria Low
Scriptique PR Limited
Director
I'm a mum, loyal friend, family fixer, fitness enthusiast, ocean lover, dreamer, hill climber, recidivist ankle-sprainer, stand-up paddleboarder, listener, storyteller, wordsmith, meditator, and all round good human.
Verian Taylor
Glasshouse Property Management Cambridge
Office Manager
Michelle Kergozou
Michelle Kergozou - Lugtons
Linley Steele
Great People Recruitment Ltd
Director
Caroline Batley
Kiwi Bank
Business Manager - Waikato
Business Manager based in the Waikato servicing a portfolio of businesses within the territory of Huntly to Taumarunui.
Carly Dean
The Glass Printery
Branding specialist
The team at the The Glass Printery specialise in producing screen printed, kiln fired glassware and ceramics, supplying to the hospitality, events and commercial markets, as well as online giftware @ www.glasspimps.co.nz.
If you're after one customised glass for a birthday gift or a large run of branded wine glasses for your event, we can help!
We have built an online presence nationwide supplying to the commercial markets, and now offer a showroom/ shop based in Cambridge. We're excited to be part of the growth of Cambridge and look forward to meeting new faces.
Emma Langman
New Zealand National Fieldays Society Inc
Sponsorship Manager
Matt Brown
co2mon.nz from MKMBA Ltd
Matt is an experienced technical leader and skilled distributed systems engineer with over 20 years experience, 15 of which have been in Site Reliability Engineering at Google.
He specialises in building and operating large software systems at high reliability while also achieving development velocity, performance on an efficient resource usage and cost base.
Matt has strong communication skills and a keen ability to translate business needs into precise technical solutions.
David Slone
The Optimistic Cynic
I have a very simple view that business needs communities and communities need business. When both do well, the world is a better place!
My passion is to help them both develop and grow – so that we can all flourish.
Colleen Bryant
Heart Focused Health Coaching
As a seasoned small business owner, I’ve navigated economic challenges and developed skills in team engagement, negotiation, and leadership. Over the past 18 months, I’ve shifted focus to wellness coaching, integrating behavioral change, nutrition, and mental health strategies using lifestyle medicine and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I also partner with Essene Country Lodge and Leather & Trim Repairs, and I’m passionate about organic gardening for nutritious produce. Staying updated on health science, I provide trauma-informed care and support clients in overcoming obstacles and making empowered decisions while awaiting specialist appointments.
Heather Anderson
Andark Holdings Limited T/A AVGAR
Founder Director
Helena Weideman
Heartflethappiness
Facilitator, Coach and Consultant
Helena is an experienced facilitator with a B.Com(Hons) in Organisational Psychology and certifications including Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®, ICC Coach, Crucial Conversation Facilitator, and Certified Happy For No Reason® Trainer. With over 20 years in Learning, Performance, and Organisational Development, Helena has supported leaders and teams in both private and government sectors. She has led various performance projects and has a specialist background in organisational performance.
Helena's journey through career-mom burnout, international relocation, and job loss led her to the transformative Happy For No Reason® programme. Today, she is dedicated to enhancing others' happiness-powered success through impactful Workshops and Coaching. Join her in the pursuit of a more joyful life.
Ruth Gilmour
Ruth Gilmour Photographer
Mrs
Tania Hassounia
Drawer Full of Giants Ltd.
Owner | Consultant
Tania is a seasoned creative and the driving force behind Drawer Full of Giants Ltd. in Hamilton. She helps small businesses stand out with unique solutions that sparkle with their personality. With a knack for turning ideas into eye-catching visuals, Tania specialises in graphic design, illustration, and collaborative creative solutions. Her hands-on approach includes everything from DIY support to full-service design, all delivered with a warm and friendly touch. When she’s not immersed in design projects or leading engaging workshops, Tania shares her insights and passion through public speaking, inspiring audiences with her dynamic presentations and storytelling.
Pamela Gainfort
Complete Gas Services Ltd
Director
