Testimonials
BDC has worked with a wide array of business people in our region to help improve everyday skills and knowledge. But don't take our word for it. Here's what our clients say.
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Julie, working with you has been such a helpful and insightful process. I can't thank you enough.
Jan Blythe, Avoca Design |
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Our staff have benefited immensely from a variety of up skilling and training courses that have been provided by the Business Development Company. All of the presenters have been very knowledgeable and skilled in their subject matter. They have also been exceptional at delivering the material and have engaged our employees in the process which has led to a superior learning experience.
Lees Seymour, Managing Director, Nelson Forests |
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"Excellent course by Keith Coman. Every small business should do this course - Product Development and Innovation. Adrenaline for the business brain! Trafflic light has turned green!"
Zane Mirfin, Strike Adventure |
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"I have run four businesses -- three here and one in the Netherlands, but it wasn't until I connected with the Business Development Company in Nelson that I found out the real nitty gritty of running a successful business. I started with a strategic planning course and then I did a leadership programme and it completely blew me away with how much I learnt. I'm now a complete bdc junkie!"
DAPHNA POELSMA, TASMAN BAY CHIROPRACTIC |
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“The Business Development Company is great - down-to-earth training that works in the real world. I've sent several key staff on courses and they came back inspired, energetic and keen to use their new skills. ”
KEVIN ROUGHTON, GENERAL MANAGER, KERNOHAN ENGINEERING LTD. |
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“It really was great value for money. The tutor had a depth of knowledge and used a variety of learning methods to conveying information that was helpful and relevant. I have no hesitation in recommending bdc.”
ROPATA TAYLOR, PROJECT MANAGER WAKATU INCORPORATION |
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“The course had many helpful and insightful tips on leading people. I learnt things I didn’t know and I’ve been able to use the knowledge effectively at work.”
DR SEREAN ADAMS, AQUACULTURE SCIENTIST, CAWTHRON INSTITUTE. |
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“It was great value. Excellent information which is effectively earning us money for future.”It gave me confidence that we were going along the right track and using the accepted business practices and it helped me understand the true worth of my business.”
GREG DAY, OWNER, KAHURANGI ESTATE LTD WINERY |
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“The series was useful because there were things in the area of leadership and delegation that I could apply simply and immediately to my daily work. I feel I’m in better control of my work load and I have benefitted from the whole of life approach (work, home and family, personal development). It was great to attend a course that didn’t just apply to work but had principles and lessons that were also useful in all areas of my life.”
RICHARD GRIMES, GENERAL MANAGER, WORLD OF WEARABLE ART & CLASSIC CARS MUSEUM |
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“They delivered what they promised – practical tools and new ideas for us to use back in the business straight away. And being local was just an added bonus, so we got the knowledge we wanted without the time and money cost of travelling out of town.”
RACHEL RAIT, FINANCIAL DIRECTOR, NELSON PACKAGING SUPPLIES LTD |
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“They’re a brilliant training company to work with. Well-organised, professional and with local knowledge. I started using the information I’d learnt straight away,”
ASTRID FISHER, MANAGER, LATITUDE NELSON |
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Press Release
Botox in a bottle - the Nelson Honey face mask
This is a great story about business innovation and taking on the world from Nelson. Bee venom is the vital ingredient in a natural face mask designed to give your face a lift. Rumoured to being used by Kate Middleton and Camilla Parker-Bowles, Nelson Honey is now producing their very own bee venom face mask. Congratulations to Phillip and Terry at Nelson Honey.
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Tax Changes to Property Investments
New Zealanders love property - that's a fact. A number of tax law changes came into effect on 1 April 2011 that property investors need to be aware of.
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Congratulations to Tim Vincent of Tineli
We wish you well with your venture into Australia. We've enjoyed being part of it.
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In Time Charitable Trust
BDC announces support for the In Time Charitable Trust which supports the Kailash Bodhi School in Jumla, Nepal.
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Motivational Whirlwind comes to Nelson
Leading international World business productivity expert Debbie Mayo-Smith who is one of the most sought after business speakers in Australasia, is coming to Nelson in October.
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BDC Comment - April /May 2010
Succession Planning - Its important to start well before you are planning to move on or sell your business.
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BDC Comment - February/March 2010
Social Media Marketing - Twitter, facebook, linked in, they all have huge potential for business. Read about this evolving field of marketing.
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BDC Comment June/July 2010
Tim and Sandy Vincent of Tineli produce top quality, high performance cycling gear. They have had numerous succcesses both on and off the bike...
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New Partnership Deal
BDC has announced a new partnership deal with the University of Canterbury to deliver short courses in Nelson
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Sustainability
Sustainable Business Assistance
In response to the need for better and more efficient business practices, the position of Sustainable Business Advisor has been created in the Nelson and Tasman region.
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