What we do

Connections that are useful in real life

NZGBA brings together community, business, professional development, education and culture through practical activity across the Greater Bay Area.

Community and belonging

We create relaxed ways for New Zealanders and New Zealand-connected people to meet locally, whether they have just arrived or have lived in the region for years.

Social meetups and community eventsNewcomer and local connectionsLinks across Shenzhen, Guangzhou and the wider GBA

Importers, eCommerce and business connections

Our strongest business emphasis is on Kiwis importing from China, particularly importers, eCommerce businesses, retailers, SMEs and entrepreneurs working with Chinese manufacturers and suppliers. Kiwi exporters and larger organisations are very welcome too.

Importer and eCommerce connectionsPeer discussion and local business exchangeConnections around suppliers, factories and trade activity

Professional development and education

NZGBA can create opportunities for people to learn from one another and build links between professionals, students, educators, institutions and organisations.

Professional learning and peer exchangeEducation and student connectionsMentoring, talks and practical knowledge-sharing

Culture and New Zealand showcases

We create opportunities to share New Zealand products, culture, community and innovation through suitable local events and partnerships.

New Zealand brands and productsFood, beverage and cultural experiencesCommunity, volunteer and performance participation

Events, trade shows and delegations

We organise useful activity around major fairs and business events, including Canton Fair meetups, briefings, local visits and small delegations.

Trade-show meetups and briefingsSmall group visits and delegationsPost-event discussion and follow-up

Open by design

From budding entrepreneurs to large organisations, and Kiwis with no business background at all

NZGBA is designed to bring different parts of the New Zealand community together rather than separating them into business and non-business circles.

Business events & delegations

Practical activity around the Canton Fair and major exhibitions

NZGBA wants to develop useful business events and small delegations around major exhibitions, particularly the Canton Fair. The aim is to help attendees prepare, meet relevant people and follow up more effectively.

Pre-fair briefings and newcomer orientation

Meetups during major trade shows

Small group visits and delegations

Post-fair debriefs and practical follow-up

Collaborate

Have an idea worth building together?

We are open to useful community, business, cultural and educational collaborations that align with the network.

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