Chamber AGM, Board Elections & Annual Report
Tauranga Business Chamber is led by our members, for our members.
Each year, we hold an annual general meeting (AGM) to report to the members on what we have achieved in the previous year as well as our financial position.
It’s a great time to reflect on what we’ve delivered, and our plans to further support our members into the future.
On this page, you will find information on our upcoming Board elections, AGM, and our Annual Report.
Board Elections 2025
Like many other organisations, our Board sets the direction for the Chamber, and oversees the CEO and staff to implement that plan.
Our Board is made up of seven (7) members, who are elected by the membership every alternate year (ie. the Board has a 2-year term). The Board also has the option to co-opt up to two other members, depending on things like skill gaps or key projects.
The current Board was elected in 2023, which means the next election will be held before the 2025 Annual General Meeting.
Any financial member of the Tauranga Business Chamber can nominate someone to be on the Board.
Read the blog below from our Board Chair to understand what it’s like on the Board, and what is expected.
All current financial members (as at 20 August 2025) are able to vote. Elections are held online (via email) from our independent elections officer, Electionz.com.
Board Nomination and Election Timeline 2025:
8am, 6 August 2025: Nominations for the Board open
5pm, 20 August 2025: Nominations close. All nominations must be submitted.
8am, 1 September 2025: Online voting opens (all members will receive an email from our independent election officer, Electionz.com). If you haven’t received this email, please email ceo@tauranga.org.nz.
12pm, 15 September 2025: Voting closes.
Election results will be made public shortly afterwards, with the results to be ratified at the AGM.
Annual General Meeting 2025
The Board welcomes all members to attend our AGM being held at 5pm on 15 October 2025.
The AGM is a great way to connect with the Board, members and staff to see what has been achieved in the past 12-months, and find out the Chamber’s plans for the future.
While some formalities are involved, there is plenty of time to connect with others at this free event.
Further event details, including resolutions proposed for the AGM, will be made available soon.
Our Annual Report 2024/25
As an incorporated society, we prepare an annual report on what we’ve achieved during the financial year, as well as our financial statements. We present it to our members at our annual general meeting.
Our latest Annual Report is being prepared and independently audited. We will post it here ahead of our AGM on 15 October 2025.
Annual Reports are an opportunity to reflect on the year that was, showcase the activities we have undertaken, and present the financial progress of the organisation to our members.
Members can access our previous annual reports by logging into the members portal.
Thanks to Electionz.com
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