Ethnic Xchange 25: Going for Growth – Expanding Ethnic Enterprises (EX25) is the Ministry for Ethnic Communities’ second annual business symposium. Aligning with the Government’s Going for Growth agenda, the event is designed to support the progression of ethnic entrepreneurs, innovators and businesses by focusing on global trade and connections, innovation, AI and investment.

EX25 will focus on practical strategies to overcome barriers to economic growth and enhance New Zealand’s global competitiveness. Participants will explore business trends, discover tools to help them succeed, and learn about government initiatives in trade, investment, and innovation.

Hear from industry leaders, global innovators, business experts, international delegates, and senior government ministers and officials. Discover ethnic entrepreneurs and innovators and find out how they are contributing to New Zealand’s economy.

EX25 also provides unique networking opportunities with hundreds of New Zealanders who share a united vision for empowered economic growth.

Ticket sales are utilised to recover all costs related to the delivery of the symposium only. Please note that the Ministry will be photographing and filming the event for communications purposes. Members of the media may also attend and report on the event.

Ticket Prices

Early Bird Individual registration (1 August – 10 October) – $90.00(excl GST)

Table for 8 – Early bird (1 August – 10 October) – $700.00(excl GST)

Full price individual registration (11 October – onwards) – $110.00(excl GST)

Table for 8 – full price (11 October – onwards) – $800.00(excl GST)

Please note: Ticket prices exclude the booking fee of 5% + $0.49 (GST not included).

Refund requests must be made at least 20 days prior to the event. Requests can be made by contacting the host.

Please note, the booking fee is not refundable.

Visit the Ethnic Xchange website for the latest event details.

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Ethnic Xchange Symposium 2025 (EX25)

Choose your tickets

Early Bird Registration - $90+GST ticket

Table for 8 - Early bird - $700+GST ticket

Individual registration - Standard price - $110.00+GST ticket

Table for 8 - Standard price- $800+GST ticket