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The Team

Amanda Linsley – Chief Executive Officer

Amanda Linsley – Chief Executive Officer

Originally from the UK, Amanda graduated from the University of North London with a First-Class Honours Degree in Applied Economics and Management Accounting. Amanda started and developed three businesses, taking two to acquisition before moving to New Zealand permanently in 2008.


She has worked for the Manawatū Business Chamber since 2012, taking the role of CEO in 2017. Amanda has also been a familiar face within the events scene across the region, running Christmas in the Square for eight (8) years until 2019 and various other community and business events. Amanda is a Member of the Institute of Directors and currently sits on the Board of The New Zealand Rugby Museum and is a Trustee of Manfeild Park Trust.

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Liane Anderson – Membership and Events

Liane joined the Manawatū Business Chamber in 2017, initially to launch the Work Ready Passport programme across the region and to support the growth of Chamber membership.


Having spent many years with the Taranaki Chamber, we feel very fortunate to have Liane bringing her experience and energy to our team and our members here in Manawatū.


Liane has previously managed the New Zealand Business Mentors programme and is always happy to discuss individual support options that may benefit our members.


With a strong passion for membership growth and a hands-on approach to Chamber-hosted events, Liane continues to play a key role in connecting and supporting our local business community.

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Tracey Sefton-Wiggins – Membership Coordinator

Tracey joined the Chamber in April 2018 to support the office with her administration skills and to support our continued Membership growth.


She came to us from an independent training provider which honed her varied skills of which we now benefit from.


Tracey has become involved in some of our key projects and we are fortunate to have her as a valued member of our team.

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Belinda Dring – Accounts & Admin

If you want to know how to do it or where it is ask Belinda! 


Having been with the Manawatū Chamber for many years (in fact the longest serving staff Member) she is the best go to person we know. 


She also can provide you with Certificates or Origin if you require:

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