Chris Hughes of Southland Takes Helm as New Chair of NZ Chambers of Commerce

The Southland Business Chamber is celebrating Chris Hughes’s election as Chair of the NZCCI Board. This is a significant achievement for Chris and a proud moment for the Southland region, showcasing its growing role in New Zealand’s business sector.

Chris Hughes, who has already served a term on the NZCCI Board, will now lead as Chair. His election brings a spotlight to Southland’s business leaders nationally. Chris’s role will greatly benefit Southland’s representation at a national level.

A Southland native, has extensive experience in business leadership. He has worked in high-ranking positions in a large corporation and has managed a medium-sized engineering firm. His election as Chair is not just a personal achievement but also reflects the strength and influence of the Southland business community.

In his new role, Chris will be instrumental in guiding the direction of commerce chambers across New Zealand. He will focus on ensuring that regional chambers have a strong voice and that businesses across New Zealand receive the necessary support to prosper.

Chris himself is enthusiastic about his new position. He stated, “I’m honoured to take on the role of Chair at NZCCI, and I’m excited to represent Southland’s business community on a national scale. Together, we’ll work to ensure that the voice of regional chambers is heard loud and clear, and that businesses in every corner of New Zealand have the support they need to thrive.”

The Southland Business Chamber, a non-profit organization, continues its commitment to advocate for its members and promote sustainable business growth in the region. Chris Hughes’s leadership role at the NZCCI Board further strengthens the chamber’s ability to support local businesses.