Who We Are
The Pacific Business Trust (PBT) is the Pacific economic development agency of Aotearoa New Zealand. We are in the business of empowering Pacific-owned businesses to maximise Pacific economic performance.
We support more than 2,000 active Pacific-owned businesses
Generating more than $1 billion dollars in revenue
Free and confidential programmes to empower and accelerate Pacific-owned businesses
We engage and partner with organisations and businesses to build Pacific capability and resilience
What We Deliver
Business Health Check
To ensure you get access to the right advice, we start with a free business health check.
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Attend Workshops
Grow your business by learning at our specialist business workshops and events.
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Access the Online Community
Our online community provides you with everything you need to grow your business.
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Customised Support
Pacific businesses can get targeted support from our specialised business advisors. Speak to our team today.
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Procurement Support Services
Improve your tendering and contracting capability with our range of support services, workshops and events.
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Hatch Pacific
Entrenched in Pasifika cultural values, HATCH Pacific helps young entrepreneurs feel empowered on their entrepreneurial journey.
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Community Success Stories
Upcoming Events
Our specialist business workshops and events provide the practical tools to grow your business and network with experts, specialists and business owners
SMART Goals and Business Planning - NELSON
This interactive workshop looks at effective and simple ways to start-up your business in FY26 or grow your current business still in its early stages.
Designed to help Pacific business owners, sole traders and entrepreneurs reach their business goals, this workshop is packed full of tools, tips and business examples.
You’ll learn:
- How to set SMART goals
- How to research your industry
- Create a lean business plan
- Set priorities and milestones
and much more.
Register now and we will see you there!
Nelson
Oct 29, 2025 | 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM