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Alpine Edge 2026:
Agents+ Quantum+ Growth+
FRIDAY, 29th MAY 2026
QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND
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The Premier Gathering of Leaders Driving SME Transformation in New Zealand
Our flagship inaugural McCarthy Brands ANZ SME Growth Event is a must-attend event for business owners and entrepreneurs from diverse industries. This event brings together thought leaders and decision-makers from the SME sector to share cutting-edge models, emerging trends, and innovative technologies that drive business stewardship and redefine leadership.
The Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa is New Zealand's premier alpine retreat and gateway to adventure. With world-class conference facilities and breathtaking lakeside surroundings, it's where business excellence meets unparalleled luxury.
Join us to activate agentic systems, address real-world business complexity, and design a future-ready foundation for New Zealand's ambitious SME owners and entrepreneurs.
Seats are limited. KEYNOTE SPEAKERS.
KEYNOTE PRESS RELEASE - COMING SOON
Distinguished guest speakers and the full program will be announced soon.
Save the date: 29 May 2026
PRICING
EARLY BIRD
TIER PRICING
$870 -$1200 NZD*
[*Early Bird Price Limited Tickets]
WHAT'S INCLUDED
🎁 Entry Includes a Goodie Bag!
📚 Power-Packed Seminars & Workshops
🤝 Network Preso+ Business Owners & Entrepreneurs + Experts
🔥 Exclusive McCarthy Brands ANZ Event Offers
🍽️ Morning & Afternoon Tea, Refreshments & Beverages Provided PLUS Gala Dinner
🎉 VIP 5*Star Overnight Stay
Opportunity to be
part of the Program
Onsite registration will incur fees 100% donated to Charity —
*Pre-register to save and get the full experience!
Brought to you by McCarthy Brands New Zealand Limited and with the support of our Partners.
Together, we build more than an event — we build enduring partnerships and a legacy of excellence in people, business and community.
Host Partner
Local Partners
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Key Partners
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McCarthy Brands NZ Partners with Middlemore Foundation to Support Kidz First Hospital
McCarthy Brands New Zealand, a family-owned enterprise known for its diverse consumer goods and business solutions, proudly announces a new partnership with the Middlemore Foundation. This collaboration aims to support Kidz First Hospital, enhancing healthcare services for children in South Auckland.
With a commitment to community welfare, McCarthy Brands NZ has a history of contributing to non-profit organisations, sports clubs, and educational institutions in-need areas. Middlemore Foundation exists to support the health and wellbeing of South Auckland communities, with a strong focus on children and young people.
This partnership reflects a shared vision to uplift the community by providing essential resources and support to those in need. Together, McCarthy Brands NZ and the Middlemore Foundation are dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of children and families across South Auckland.
For more information about this partnership and how to get involved, please visit McCarthy Brands NZ and Middlemore Foundation.
Experience a Dynamic
event designed for Ambitious
SMEs BUSINESS OWNERS and ENTREPRENEURS.
Agenda at a Glance
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Registration
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Welcoming
Opening ceremony by Local
10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Opening Remarks
McCarthy Brands ANZ - by Fono McCarthy
10:20 AM – 11:00 AM | Workshop
Keynote Speaker by Insert Name
11:00 AM – 11:20 AM | Workshop
Preso by Insert Name
11:40 AM – 12:00 PM | Partner
Preso by Insert Name
12:00 PM – 12:20 PM | Partner
Preso by Insert Name
12:40 PM – 1:00 PM | Q&A Panel
Chairing by TBA
Lunch Break - Provided
1:40 PM – 2:00 PM | Workshop
Keynote Speaker by Insert Name
2:20 PM – 2:40 PM | Partner
Preso by Insert Name
3:00 PM – 3:20 PM | Partner
Preso by Insert Name
3:40 PM – 4:00 PM | Q&A Panel
Chairing by TBA
Networking & Preso+ Powered by PechaKucha
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Partner
Curated by McCarthy Brands ANZ
Special Keynote & Gala Dinner
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Speacial Keynote - Honouring
Q&A Chairing by TBA
7:20 PM – 7:30 PM | Closing
MBA & MBNZ by TBA
*PLEASE NOTE: The event program is subject to change following publication.
For the latest updates, please refer to our website or contact our events team using the details provided below.
By Attending the "McCarthy Brands New Zealand’s SME Growth Event", You’ll Learn…
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A Modern Growth Playbook
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AI Confidence (Not Just Curiosity)
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Fresh, Authentic Connections
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Clarity on Your Next Move
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Tools to Work Smarter, Not Harder
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A Dose of Real-World Inspiration
Proven strategies for scaling your business in today’s fast-changing landscape — no corporate fluff, just what works.
Hands-on experience with tools like AI and others — so you can use them today!, not “someday.”
Real conversations with other business owners, creatives, and founders walking the same path — not just LinkedIn likes, but relationships that matter.
Whether you're just starting or ready to scale, you’ll leave with a sharper vision and actionable steps tailored to your stage of business.
No hype. Just honest stories, practical insights, and a community that reminds you: you’re not in this alone.
VENUE.
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Rd, Queenstown, 9300, New Zealand
Introducing: "Redefining Leadership in Business"
It’s time to stop treating boldness, vulnerability, creativity — and difference — as barriers.
We haven’t just been underrepresented at this level — we’ve been absent.
That changes now.
This isn’t about fitting into the old model. It’s about building a new one.
One that reflects how leadership actually looks in today’s world — diverse, dynamic, and unapologetically real.
Join us. Let’s take our seat at the table — or better yet, build a new one.