{"podcast":{"title":"The Better SMB Podcast","slug":"the-better-smb-podcast-7059551","podcast_index_feed_id":7059551,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6226633/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-better-smb-podcast--6226633","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/14cd7f93a65c46debcde9a3761caf5b6.jpg","author":"David Altena","episode_count":38,"summary":"Join hosts David Altena and Rob Bull as they delve into the subject of small and medium- business productivity in New Zealand. With a focus on driving operational excellence and business improvement, The Better SMB Podcast is your go-to resource for strategies, insights, and success stories from the front lines of the SMB sector. Despite New Zealand’s historical challenges with productivity compared to our OECD peers, David and Rob are on a mission to turn the tide. Tune in to discover actionable tips, expert interviews, and innovative ideas that will help your business thrive in today’s competitive landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, The Better SMB Podcast will equip you with the tools you need to enhance productivity and achieve your business goals. Connect with us on LinkedIn: @DavidAltena and @RobBull","last_synced_at":"2026-07-16T12:19:57.070175+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-better-smb-podcast-7059551"},"episode":{"title":"Beyond the BA5: Redefining What a Chamber of Commerce Can Be With Patrick McKibbin","slug":"beyond-the-ba5-redefining-what-a-chamber-of-commerce-can-be-with-patrick-mckibbin","published_at":"2025-11-10T15:08:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-better-smb-podcast-7059551/beyond-the-ba5-redefining-what-a-chamber-of-commerce-can-be-with-patrick-mckibbin","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-better-smb-podcast-7059551","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-ba5-redefining-what-a-chamber-of-commerce-can-be-with-patrick-mckibbin--68498714","audio_url":"https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68498714/504a0a56_edb9_082d_2e85_46bf6a058785.mp3","summary":"In this episode, Rob and David sit down with Patrick McKibbin, Chief Executive of the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce, to explore how one region is redefining what local business leadership can look like. Patrick shares how the Chamber has evolved from being a traditional networking body into a hub for innovation, collaboration and advocacy, supporting a $10 billion economy with the ambition to grow by 35% by 2035 through the “35 by 35” initiative. From connecting SMEs to government and industry opportunities, to showcasing world-leading manufacturing and research at the Hutt Valley Manufacturing & Innovation Expo, Patrick’s passion for his region is clear, and contagious. In this episode, we discuss: Why Chambers of Commerce still matter in a modern business ecosystem The power of local collaboration and shared purpose How the “35 by 35” plan is driving measurable growth What SME leaders can do to lift their game and tap into networks that deliver real results Highlights: “We’re not a relic of the past, we’re a platform for innovation, talent, and connection.” “The Hutt Valley may be small, but it’s a $10 billion economy... and it’s just getting started.” “Business success doesn’t happen in isolation. Collaboration is our competitive advantage.” Thank you for tuning in to The Better SMB! Don't forget to like, subscribe and leave a review. --------------------- The Better SMB Podcast is sponsored by SetSeed , the all-in-one platform that redefines what a website can be. Smart, secure and AI-tailored to reflect your brand. No plugins, no patchwork, no problems. Just world-class software and support in one subscription. Discover more at setseed.com --------------------- Connect with Rob and David on LinkedIn Rob Bull David Altena Learn more about New Zealand Lean Aca…","meta_description":"In this episode, Rob and David sit down with Patrick McKibbin, Chief Executive of the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce, to explore how one region is redefi…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3149,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-better-smb-podcast-7059551/episodes/beyond-the-ba5-redefining-what-a-chamber-of-commerce-can-be-with-patrick-mckibbin/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-better-smb-podcast-7059551/beyond-the-ba5-redefining-what-a-chamber-of-commerce-can-be-with-patrick-mckibbin.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}