Chair Update: Progress You Can See

Winter has officially arrived, but things are heating up at the GLBA. Last month I promised some big news, and I’m stoked to finally deliver on it. We’ve been working hard behind the scenes, and June is all about executing those plans and welcoming some fresh energy to the neighbourhood.

Here is the latest from the ground:

I am absolutely hyped to announce Caroline Tauevihi as our new General Manager! Caroline has hit the ground running and is already out there doing the mahi, advocating fiercely for our local community. She brings an awesome energy to the role and truly understands what makes Grey Lynn a great place to do business. If you see her out and about, make sure to say hi and welcome her to the crew.

While we were temporarily without a GM, the team didn’t sit idle. We’ve been busy building and refining our brand-new website, and it’s finally live.

This isn’t just a shiny new coat of paint, it’s a tool for us to connect, trade, and back each other.

So here’s my challenge for the month: Next time you need a service, whether it’s accounting, printing, creative work, or a trade, hit the new portal first and check out the local options. The cool thing about Grey Lynn is its sheer diversity. We have some of the most creative, unique businesses in the country right on our doorstep, and there is a local solution for almost anything you can think of.

Let’s keep buying local, supporting local, and looking out for one another.

Robin McDonnell

Chairman, Grey Lynn Business Association