Something big is coming to the South. On 9 October 2026, Accelerate South arrives at the Dunedin Centre. Whether you're looking to grow, lead better, or simply get in the room with the right people, Accelerate South delivers the thinking, the speakers, and the conversations that southern businesses need right now.

Our speakers include Dame Valerie Adams, Sir Ian Taylor, Katherine Rich, Amy Scott, Hon. Grant Robertson, an expert AI panel and many more speakers!

Check out the link to the event page below, for the full programme. Expect a powerful lineup of speakers, real takeaways you can apply straight away, and genuine networking opportunities with a room full of ambitious business owners big and small. 

More information here
 

• Member price (Southland Business Chamber, Wānaka Business Chamber, Queenstown Business Chamber of Commerce): $495 + GST  
• Non-Member price: $675 + GST
• Buy 5 tickets and save 10%
• Buy 10 tickets and save 20%

Special accommodation rates available - details here.

The fun doesn’t stop when the Accelerate South Conference ends… it just gets started! 🎉

Join us as we keep the momentum going with an epic after-function at Vault 21 in The Octagon.
The perfect place to unwind, connect, and celebrate with great company.
When registering for the conference, be sure to let us know in the comments section if you’ll be joining us for the after-function. You won’t want to miss it!