Kōrero Mai – Te Au Pakihi Māori Business Panel

Nau mai, haere mai e te whānau!

Join us for Kōrero Mai, a special evening created by Te Au Pakihi – Manawatū’s Māori Business Network. This is a chance for Māori business owners, aspiring pakihi and whānau to come together, connect and grow.

We’ve gathered a panel of four local Māori business owners who are out there doing the mahi, building their businesses and walking the entrepreneurial path. They’ll be sharing their real stories – the wins, the challenges and everything in between. This is giving you the space to ask the questions that matter to you and connect.

Whether you’re already in business, just starting out or exploring what pakihi could look like for you and your whānau, Kōrero Mai is about whakawhanaungatanga and growing stronger together.

Meet Our Panelists

🌿 Aaron Karena – Associate at Allan McNeill and Trustee

🌿 Casey and Richie Graham – Graham Civil & Hello World Travel

🌿 Kirsty Doyle – Landscape Supply Yard

🌿 Special Guest 😉

Event Details

📅 Date: 7th May 2025
🕒 Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm (Doors open from 5:00pm)
📍 Location: CEDA, 5 Broadway Ave, Lincs Lane, Level One, Palmerston North.

🎟️ Cost: Free to attend
Kai provided – come and enjoy some shared kai as part of the evening.

This event is all about connection, inspiration and supporting each other as Māori in business. Bring your pātai (questions), your curiosity and your open mind – we’d love to see you there.

Mauri ora! ✨