Who we are

The Pacific Business Trust (PBT) is the Pacific economic development agency of Aotearoa New Zealand. We provide a free and confidential personalised service with a laser focus on helping Pacific businesses to realise ambitious plans, build capability with confidence, tap into innovative solutions and learn what it takes to grow sustainably, through our customised programmes and services. Fa'afeso'otai mai on 0800 287 7526 to find out how we can work together! Register for our workshops today! Our workshop and community events bring together a range of Pacific businesses, providing an opportunity to network and collaborate with like-minded entrepreneurs and businesses, sharing ideas, learnings, inspiration and our culture. Join us. Register today.

Partnering for Prosperity

Pacific businesses have a strong desire to contribute to their communities and drive sustainable growth. To do this, you need a strong partner with you.

Pacific Business Trust provides free industry-leading advice, innovative ideas, ongoing support and a trusted community of service providers to help you achieve your business goals and long-term prosperity.

Fast-track your business growth and success with the right support behind you.

Community success stories

"It is a privilege to have been coached by my Business Advisor. Additional to my personal development, the coaching has led to the clarification and development of MAU Studio. He has helped steer the direction of MAU Studio to a more meaningful business model; one that brings clarity to our clients, services, roles, and our MAU."

Co-Founder | Innovation Director | Education Lead - Mau Studio, Tuputau Lelaulu

"My Business Advisor's support was always of the utmost professional standards and his astute business acumen was invaluable to helping me create roadmaps and pathways towards success. Along with that, he kept me accountable and honest about my progress, and as a result, I found I not only achieved the goals that were set but I was also able to grow and develop as a business leader from his coaching and support."

Co-Founder - KidsCoin, Brittany Teei

"PBT has been fundamental in helping us to lead the charge to enable positive change for Pacific Businesses in New Zealand. With PBT support our business has been able to gear up to compete in the Tier 1 space in our prospective industry – civil infrastructure. They have helped us with business plans, certifications and connecting us with the right people as well as general business support and mentoring. We wouldn’t be where we are today without their support and we wouldn’t have the positive outlook that we have for our future as a successful Pacific Business"

Managing Director - TROW Group, Saia Latu

What’s happening

28 Nov 2023

Jason Venus Resilience & Upcoming Workshops

For many of us, the morning alarm can be a dreaded sound. However, for Jason, it's a call to action filled with purpose.

15 Nov 2023

Wellbeing, Risk Management & Building Business Capability

Tune in to hear our CEO Mary Los'e's perspective on the upcoming government changes and what this means for the Pacific communities.

31 Oct 2023

Gia's Grab & Go: From Food Allergies to Food Awareness

Her dream was to run her business independently, with the ultimate goal of retiring someday.

17 Oct 2023

United for a vision with Downer NZ

PBT proudly signed our very first Memorandum of Understanding with Downer NZ the leading engineering,

05 Oct 2023

Join us at Porirua Funding Expo & Pasifika Nights Market

Get ready for an exciting double-header this week!

02 Oct 2023

Pacific Business Trust bids farewell to long serving Board Member

Sam joined the PBT board when it was established in 1985 and has played a pivotal role in shaping the organisation into what it is today.

20 Sep 2023

Connection with our Dunedin community - Book Now

Invite your business partner(s) and join us for a fun workshop session of exploring new horizons, share knowledge and foster new connections.

07 Sep 2023

Tongan Language Week: Celebrating our people and culture

The theme for Uike Lea Faka-Tonga 2023 is 'E tu'uloa 'a e Lea faka-Tongá 'o ka lea'aki 'i 'api, siasí (lotú), mo e nofo-'a-kāingá, which means the Tongan Language will be sustainable if used at home, church and in the wider community.

01 Sep 2023

Transformation through collaboration: Empowering Pacific learners, businesses and employers

The agencies signed the MoC in Wellington today, underpinning their commitment to a partnership that recognises the importance of Aotearoa New Zealand's current and future Pacific workforce.

10 Aug 2023

Teuila's Journey as Wedding Planner

Teuila, of Samoan, Croatian, and Cook Island descent, is today the proud owner of 'Wedding She Wrote,' a wedding planning service that helps Pacific couples and others from diverse backgrounds, plan their special day.

25 Jul 2023

Success through collaboration - Join us today!

Miriam's drive for independence and stepping away from the safety of someone else's business pushed her to become a business owner.

11 Jul 2023

Business owner Karen Williams journey as chiropractor

She understood the importance of adapting to the digital age and sought support from the Pacific Business Trust (PBT) to improve her online presence.

27 Jun 2023

Making Dreams Real - Indigo Sagala

Indigo started dancing in High School for a competition called "Bring it On" and through this, her teachers saw potential in her leadership.

28 Nov 2023

Jason Venus Resilience & Upcoming Workshops

For many of us, the morning alarm can be a dreaded sound. However, for Jason, it's a call to action filled with purpose.

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