The Elite Community

14/09/2026

Business is built on relationships.

That is why we are proud to have Rhema Media as the named sponsor of our next Building Business Momentum event, Connections That Count.

In this video, Rhema Media share why they are supporting an event that brings local business owners, leaders and community members together.

When people connect, relationships grow. When relationships grow, businesses grow. And when businesses grow with purpose, communities grow stronger.

Join us on Tuesday 22 September at Kolmar Community Sport Centre for an evening of meaningful conversations, genuine connection and relationships that go beyond transactions.

Doors open at 5.30pm.

Proceeds from every ticket will support I AM HOPE and the Kolmar community sports centre.

Thank you to Rhema Media for supporting the vision and helping us create a stronger local business community.

Tickets are available through Eventbrite. Link in the comments.

10/09/2026

“Excellence only has one standard.”

I heard those words last night and they stopped me in my tracks.

I had the privilege of attending the Akarana Women’s Rugby League jersey presentation on behalf of The Elite Community, as one of the team’s sponsors.

While listening to the captain speak, she said something incredibly simple, but incredibly powerful:

“Excellence only has one standard.”

And I thought, wow.

Because that doesn’t just apply to sport. It applies to business. Leadership. Relationships. The way we show up every day.

Excellence isn’t something we should switch on for the big client, the important meeting or when someone is watching.

It’s a standard.

It’s how you respond when something goes wrong.
How you treat people when there’s nothing in it for you.
How you do the small jobs nobody notices.
How you represent your business when nobody is checking.

You don’t need to be perfect.

But if excellence is your standard, then the question becomes very simple:

Does the way I’m showing up today meet it?

A powerful reminder from an inspiring group of women.

Excellence only has one standard.

02/09/2026

ONE DIP. 630 REASONS. EVERY SECOND COUNTS.
On Friday, 11 September, our community will come together at Eastern Beach for the Spring Plunge 2026.

For 90 seconds, we will stand together in the cold to remember the 630 Kiwis we have lost and to stand beside those who may be silently struggling today.

They were mates. Workmates. Mothers. Fathers. Sons. Daughters. Brothers. Sisters.

They were loved. They mattered.

Because sometimes “I’m all good” means anything but.

This is about looking out for one another. It is about starting conversations, checking in on the people around us and reminding those who may be struggling that they do not have to face things alone.

You do not need to know someone personally to stand beside them.

The Spring Plunge is the brainchild of Walker Homes and has been bringing people together for several years. The Elite Community is excited to work alongside them, together with I Am Hope, Flex Fitness Howick and East Auckland Tourism, to support this important community event.

Already, 112 people have registered, with more expected to join us. Let’s see if we can reach 200.

Come down and take the plunge. Bring your friends, your family, your team or your workmates.

You can also support by sharing this post, encouraging someone else to register or simply coming along to show your support from the beach.

Event details
Friday, 11 September 2026
Eastern Beach
Arrive: 6:15am
Plunge: 6:45am

Register here:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/NdvmRUmG1E

Can’t make it to the beach? You can still support I Am Hope.

Text HOPE to 469 to donate $3.

For those we’ve lost and those we can still reach.

Take the plunge. Break the silence. Show up for each other.

07/08/2026

Business is built on relationships.

That is why Aman from a
GroutWork Groutwork is backing this month’s Building Business Momentum: Community Connections event as our Main Sponsor.

In the video, Aman shares who he is and why he believes in supporting opportunities that bring business owners together.

On Tuesday 25 August, more than 100 business owners will come together at Ponsonby Rugby Club for an evening of purposeful conversations and smart connections.

Think speed dating, but for business.

Meet someone new. Find common ground. Start a conversation that could grow into something meaningful.

Make the connection here. Build the relationship from there.

Proceeds from every ticket go to support I AM HOPE I Am Hope.

Thank you, Aman, for showing up as a leader and backing the business community.

Tickets are available through Eventbrite.
Link in the comments.

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22/07/2026

What if your business could fund your life, not the other way around?

The Elite Community is bringing together business owners, professionals and leaders for our July Building Business Momentum event, Fund the Journey, proudly sponsored by Jonathon Smith from Biz Solutions.

Join us for an evening of practical insights, honest business stories and meaningful connections.

Our keynote guest is David Morgan from Forsyth Barr, who will explore how business owners can build personal wealth alongside their businesses.

The evening will be hosted by MC Clint Griffin from Refinery23 Marketing and Strategy, who will keep the conversation moving and the energy high throughout the night.

The interviews and panel discussion will be moderated by Scott Morris from The Alternative Board NZ.

Scott will be joined by our guest interviewees:

Naomi Ballantyne, founder of Partners Life

John Mika, also known as Laasaga Mika, founder of Mika Pay

Robin K Babu, founder of NZ Mobile Group

Following the interviews, Naomi, John and Robin will join Scott for a panel discussion exploring the big question:

Should business owners pay themselves first or put every dollar back into the business?

There will also be opportunities to meet other local business leaders, take part in the Elite Passport challenge, meet Richard Barnett support I AM HOPE and bid on one of only six limited edition I Am Hope hoodies available in New Zealand.

Wednesday 29 July 2026

5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

GrammarTEC Rugby Club

The link to get your tickets is in the comments below.

Thank you to Biz Solutions for proudly sponsoring this event.