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As we approach the end of 2024, the EMA team want to extend our sincere gratitude to our Members for their resilience and unwavering support. This has been a challenging year for businesses across New Zealand, with economic uncertainty, rising interest rates, and increasing living costs making the road tough for many.   At the EMA, our purpose remains clear: to lift New Zealand’s prosperity through better business. Whether through our AdviceLine, legal support, resources, training, or advocacy work, we’ve been proud to stand alongside you and champion the issues that matter.   A recent highlight was the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, Brooke van Velden, announcing reforms to the Holidays Act—hosted at the EMA with over 250 Members attending in person and 400 online. This marks years of tireless advocacy by our team and reflects the EMA’s strong position as a voice for business.   Looking to 2025, we are focused on innovation and delivering greater value for Members: ▶️ ASB Bank Manufacturers Workshops will roll out nationwide, supporting improved productivity through Industry 4.0 in the manufacturing sector. ▶️ Summer Member Briefings from Taupō to Northland will bring key insights on legislation and employment relations. ▶️ Our Connect events will return to support workplace HR and employment relations challenges and bring valuable networking opportunities. We believe in business as a force for good in creating a productive, thriving economy. Thank you for continuing to place your trust in the EMA, and for being part of New Zealand’s largest business association.   Wishing you a restful and well-deserved break this holiday season. John Fraser-Mackenzie Alan McDonald Lisa Dean Simon Devoy Raymond Skoglund Omima Alsafwani Nick Sheppard Mauro Barsi

If you're a health and safety professional and thinking about upskilling toward a Level 6 qualification in Workplace Health and Safety Management in 2025, contact the Employers' and Manufacturers' Association - our Level 6 Diploma in Workplace Health and Safety Management is awesome. In the meantime, as we enter the festive season, stay safe and have a very Merry Christmas 🎄

2024 has been a challenging year for New Zealand’s manufacturing sector, with global uncertainties, local economic pressures, and supply chain disruptions testing our industry. Despite these hurdles, the resilience and adaptability of our manufacturing community have stood strong, though much work remains to restore productivity and drive long-term growth. Check out EMA Head of Advanced Manufacturing, Jane Finlayson's wrap of the year as well as how the sector can thrive in 2025. https://lnkd.in/g6abFg-T

A great turnout this morning at our EMA Member-exclusive Holidays Act Update Breakfast with Brooke van Velden, Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, in partnership with nib New Zealand.  With a sold-out room full of EMA Members in attendance and a further 400+ watching online, we were delighted to hear the Minister announce her intention to introduce a simplified hours-based accrual model for annual leave. Our Members told us that the current Act makes it too complicated to calculate annual leave, public holidays, sick days, and bereavement leave. So, we applaud the Minister for taking our feedback into account and directing her officials to go back to the drawing board. Previous governments have tinkered with the existing legislation, but that hasn’t gone far enough to alleviate the problems faced by employers and businesses around the country. More information here: https://lnkd.in/gsFhEY7G

CASE STUDY: Preparing for the next stage of growth for Auckland biotech company, Pictor meant they needed to expand on their HR offering. For this, they turned to the EMA's HR Managed Services team. Watch the video below to find out how the EMA deployed an HR Business Partner, Lisa Prinsloo, to Pictor to help ensure their company's policies are in line with best practice. Find out more about how the EMA's HR Managed Service can take the stress out of your organisation's everyday HR and allow you to get back to business: https://lnkd.in/gQQuSyWa Omima Alsafwani Kathy McCombe Raymond Skoglund Claire Zimmerman

The EMA and ExportNZ have just published our final newsletter of 2024. It’s been a tough year for New Zealand's economy, but there are some bright spots for our export community. We've seen a 7.5% increase in export values, and several significant trade deals have been signed, including the NZ-EU Free Trade Agreement and the NZ-UAE Free Trade Agreement, positioning our exporters for future growth. The latest edition of the EMA ExportNZ Newsletter covers the 2024 ExportNZ DHL Barometer Report, offering valuable insights into the outlook for exporters. It highlights our advocacy efforts, like the submission on 'Recovering Costs of Goods Management Activities at the Border.' Plus, we’re excited to introduce the Future Makers Campaign, celebrating the remarkable people in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector! Looking ahead, we have a busy year of events, workshops, and roadshows planned, including a key discussion on export opportunities following the US election. Stay informed and ahead of the curve—sign up for the ExportNZ Newsletter today: https://lnkd.in/gQyXM_rE

The data from the Best Places to Work (BPTW) Annual Survey tells us that Kiwi organisations understand the importance of prioritising employee wellbeing, and the direct link this has to strong business outcomes. Happy, healthy, fulfilled people are more productive and have a greater drive to succeed. Just announced, the next BPTW Masterclass "WORKPLACE WELLBEING: The Secret to High-Performing Teams and Business Success" will be a highly interactive, engaging day, packed with wellbeing initiatives that don't need to cost a lot of money. Grab your tickets today for Monday 3 March - 15% off Earlybird pricing on now: https://lnkd.in/gRKnHSyh Facilitated by Kiwibank Local Hero Medallist Dr Ellen Joan Ford, and former Managing Director of Xero, Craig Hudson. Joined by speakers Karly Boast, Global VP of People at LawVu, Charlotte Stroebel, Wellbeing and Administration Manager at Mytona, and Rachel Harris, Talent & People Experience Partner at Auror.

LIMITED TIME OFFER: Up to 30% off eLearning courses until December 20th. Whether your work is slowing down or speeding up - and whatever the state of your calendar - EMA eLearning fits around your schedule. Having the flexibility to deliver courses online means your whole team can access training to suit their needs. The EMA's self-paced eLearning modules offer convenient learning options with multimedia content, quizzes, and assessments. They are the ideal way to learn on the hop - or while you've finally got time to fill in. Here's the details: - Get 10% off your order when you book 10+ employees on eLearning courses - Get 20% off your order when you book 20+ employees on eLearning courses - Get 30% off your order when you book 30+ employees on eLearning courses Here's how to redeem your discount: 1. Browse our eLearning library to find the perfect course for your team: https://lnkd.in/gfDfV8Cm 2. Email learn@ema.co.nz with your chosen eLearning course and people to register 3. We'll apply the discount, send the course directly to your people, and send you the invoice

The 2024 Workplace Wellbeing Survey, presented in partnership with nib New Zealand, shows a clear need to support employees through times of economic challenge and job insecurity. Where to start? Try exploring the EMA's Workplace Wellbeing eLearning courses. They're convenient, cost-effective, and self-paced, able to fit around calendars and they provide a consistent training message at scale. Give your teams a quick, constructive time-out with eLearns that will help them manage stress and build resiliency.  Plus, make the most of our great offer, open till 20 December. ▪️Book 10+ people and save 10% ▪️Book 20+ people and save 20%  ▪️Book 30+ people and save 30% To redeem, simply email learn@ema.co.nz with your chosen eLearning courses and list of people. We'll take care of sending them the course and sending you the invoice. Find the Workplace Wellbeing eLearning course for your team: https://lnkd.in/gtfvyxNh

"These workshops are about showing how advanced technologies and better use of data can drive efficiencies and productivity improvements. What really stands out is the value businesses get when they bring 2-3 key decision-makers. The facilitated discussions help teams envision how these technologies can be applied directly in their own factories, turning insights into actionable plans.” - Jane Finlayson, EMA Head of Advanced Manufacturing. We're proud to team up with ASB Bank to deliver the ASB Manufacturers Workshop series and look forward to powering your productivity at these events throughout the new year. Find out more and register online today: https://lnkd.in/gY3juFwT With special thanks to Ben Speedy, Ben Fong, Debbie Venter, Magdalena Andonoska, Arran McLaughlin, Elbert Angkiriwang, Yana Hay, and Alan Chan at ASB Bank. LMAC Group Beca BEYON Digital Twin