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THRIVE Membership

At just $1,840+GST per year, THRIVE helps you build momentum and keep it going with enhanced support, brand awareness,
and strategic networking opportunities.

Manufacturing Membership

Tailored Support for Canterbury Manufacturers

Under our model you have options to further customise your membership with additional specialised memberships that are specific to your business needs. Our Manufacturing Membership offers opportunities for manufacturers to connect with each other, access industry-relevant activities and inform Business Canterbury's manufacturing-specific advocacy.

You know what the next level looks like for your business, and you're not far off.

THRIVE is built for businesses that have arrived at that point. You’re close enough to see it, ready to make it happen, but you need the right support, opportunities and connections to bridge the gap.

Here's how we help our THRIVE members level up:

Expert Business Support & Guidance

THRIVE doesn’t just get you unstuck. It helps you build and keep momentum going. With more time and more access to expert advice, you can go beyond quick fixes and start building better ways of working.

Expert Business Support & Guidance
One free 60-minute session with an expert business advisor($400 value)
$100 discount on additional business consulting
8 free HR AdviceLine calls per membership year
Membership check-in every six months

A Community That Opens Doors

Sometimes who you know matters as much as what you know. THRIVE gives you deeper access to the Business Canterbury community, including exclusive events and connections with fellow THRIVE members who are navigating or have navigated the same challenges you're facing now.

A Community That Opens Doors
Invitations to THRIVE-specific networking events
Invitations to exclusive member events
Face-to-face opportunities to make genuine connections with peers who understand the realities of scaling a business
Access to a peer network that refers, supports, and opens doors
Insider's knowledge on what's happening across the wider Canterbury business community
A faster path to opportunities that would be difficult to uncover on your own

Skills & Capability Building

The more capable your team, the more freedom you have to lead. With THRIVE you unlock member pricing across our full skills development programme, making it easier to develop the people around you so you can focus on where you're actually needed.

Skills & Capability Building
Member pricing across our full skills development programme, including in-person, online and onsite.
Options across a broad range of business-building topics from soft skills development to health & safety, marketing, finance and more.
Access to members-only how-to guides and practical business resources.

Brand Awareness & Credibility

THRIVE provides you with more tools to build your business’ brand awareness and reputation. and get your brand in front of the Business Canterbury audience.

Brand Awareness & Capability
List your business in our trusted member directory
Promote your products or services to members through member-to-member discounts
Reach the Business Canterbury network at special THRIVE member rates (30% discount)
Partnership & event sponsorship opportunities
Apply for the Canterbury Trusted brand distinction
Apply for the Business Canterbury Business Awards

An Influential Voice In Policy Decisions

Business Canterbury works with local and central government to back policies that support growth, productivity, and opportunity. It’s what we call advocacy, and it’s working constantly in the background of your membership. THRIVE also gives you opportunities to be personally involved.

An Influential Voice In Policy Decisions
Attend events with senior leaders and government representatives
Gain valuable insights into what’s coming and how policy changes may affect your business
Participate in and get access to the results of the Quarterly Canterbury Business Survey
Share your views to help guide our advocacy priorities

Members-Only Savings

On top of everything else, THRIVE also stretches your investment further through members-only discounts and pricing.

Members-Only Savings
Member-to-member discounts
Member pricing on all events, workshops, and training
Special THRIVE discount on advertising to the Business Canterbury member database and other marketing platforms
$100/hour discount on business consulting
Member pricing on export certifications

Get Further, Faster.

THRIVE is designed for businesses that are ready to go further. Whether you're navigating growth, managing change, or preparing for the future, THRIVE gives you access to support, expert advice, and opportunities for you to bridge gaps that are holding your back and build the momentum you need to propel your business forward.


Contact us
for more information. 

Pricing

Bridge gaps, increase your business' capability and build a more strategic network with THRIVE.


$1,840+GST
/year

Build business momentum and keep it going with THRIVE

Join as a THRIVE member today, or get in touch to find out how we can help your business grow with confidence.

What's included

Thrive Membership Features & Benefits

  • Listing in our Member Directory

  • Free Member networking events, and opportunity to host a networking event (fees apply)

  • Member-only pricing for events and training

  • Eight calls per year to the HR Adviceline (limits apply) 

  • Input into Business Canterbury’s advocacy work and forums

 

 Compare our standard memberships.

  • Member guides, resources, policies, and toolkits to specialist expertise

  • Eligibility to apply for Canterbury Trusted Certification

  • 30% discount rate on Advertising with us

  • Partnership and sponsorship opportunities

  • Free One-Hour Business Advisory Session

     

 

Pricing Options

Already a member? You can choose additional specialist memberships to add-on to your existing membership or choose to switch. 
Note: Memberships are a 12-month commitment and advisory limits may apply.

Bundled pricing options on multiple memberships available. Contact us for more information.

New Member Pricing

If you are not yet a Business Canterbury member, you can still access our highest level of manufacturing support.

$130/month + GST

Existing Member Pricing

Benefit from member pricing on our highest level of manufacturing support when you add our Manufacturing Module to your membership.

$105/month + GST

MEMBER PRICING

Benefit from member pricing on our highest level of manufacturing support when you add our Manufacturing Module to your membership.

Memberships are a 12-month commitment.
Advisory limits may apply.

$100/month + GST

NON-MEMBER PRICING

If you are not yet a Chamber member, you can still access our highest level of manufacturing support.

Memberships are a 12-month commitment.
Advisory limits may apply.

$125/month + GST

Learn How Business Canterbury Membership Can Help Take Your Business To The Next Level

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Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about THRIVE? We’re here to help.
Here are some common things business owners want to know before joining.

What’s the difference between the THRIVE and CONNECT Memberships?

CONNECT helps you manage what's in front of you. THRIVE helps you build what comes next.

THRIVE is built for businesses that can see the next level but need support, opportunities and connections to get there.

What kind of advice is included? You’ll get access to our expert in-house team across key business areas, a free 60-minute business consulting call, plus 8 HR Adviceline calls per year. 
Can my whole team access the benefits? Yes  - a THRIVE membership covers your entire business, so you can involve your team in training, events, and use of resources. Some benefits (like advisory) may have limits — we’ll guide you through the best way to use them.
Is this suitable for medium and larger businesses? Yes — THRIVE is ideal for established businesses looking to build capability, prepare for change, or drive performance with the right support behind them.
Can I upgrade from another membership level? Definitely. You can upgrade at any time — just get in touch and we’ll take care of the rest.
How much does it cost? A THRIVE membership is $1,752 + GST per year. 
Here to help

Any Questions? Please Get in Touch.

 

If you would like to learn more about our THRIVE Membership or other services, contact our Membership Team.


email: info@cecc.org.nz
phone: 0800 50 50 96