IncuHub Twizel

01/08/2021

Did you know?

Our founder, Sharon Blanchard’s Leadership Development business is an approved service provider through the Mackenzie Business Support Package (MBSP), recently announced. This program is open to all businesses across the Mackenzie District.

How it works: under the MBSP, the Mackenzie District Council will co-fund 50% of the work of a provider such as myself, or other approved professionals, up to a maximum of $2,500 + GST contribution, for qualifying projects.

What can PLI offer under this program?
We can provide eligible businesses one-on-one leadership development sessions or participation in my upcoming retreats. Both have been approved through this program. More information on the retreats and my leadership development work can be found here:

https://www.principledleadership.org.nz/

To apply for funding:https://www.scchamber.org.nz/media/54873060/mbsp-overview-final.pdf

Raewyn Bell is a fantastic first point of contact with the South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce or reach out to Sharon directly. She’d love to discuss her leadership development approach and how to support you and your Mackenzie business.

15/05/2021

Humbling and exciting news to share... the IncuHub had been nominated for an Ara 2021 Business Excellence Award in the Category of “Supporting Local”, and we’re a finalist! Imagine! Thrilled for all of our IncuHub family of volunteers, sponsors, and most importantly those who it served.

As a finalist we are eligible for the People’s Choice Award along with a long list of incredible South Canterbury businesses. Here’s the link to vote. Once again, thanks to everyone for believing in the IncuHub. We are amongst giants!

https://southcanterbury.org.nz/peopleschoice?fbclid=IwAR2jBmz_XFjdRYkZ4tKePBsXGrL8t5u2GLcuF5EkxqQUDjuryPIUoVlkPsQ

ANZ People’s Choice Award Below are all the finalists in the ANZ People’s Choice Award 2021. You may only vote once and an email address is required. Voting is open from 12pm Friday 14th May – 12pm Friday 11th June. Please select the finalist of your choice from the form below. ANZ People......

09/11/2020

Humbled by the amazing coverage by Seven Sharp tonight. Have to say, we really loved the still on our Sweet Moos sign at the end of the segment!
In all seriousness tho’, we are grateful for the opportunity to have been able to do something exceptionally special. In a short period of time, IncuHub Twizel became a community comprised of dedicated and amazing volunteers, generous supporters, and courageous friends who journeyed along with us!
Here’s to getting through these times together. Because together, we are better. Together, we are stronger.

Four small- to medium-sized businesses will have the chance to win $50,000.

31/08/2020

It’s hard to believe we opened our Sweet Moos | IncuHub doors to the community three months ago. In this time, our robust team continued to help individuals and bring our community together as we navigate these precarious days. Over the last few weeks we've heard from community members that they 'secured a job, received an interview, or had success with their cover letter'. It is truly humbling to experience their success.

During our launch on June 4, I remember sharing that if we were able to help just one person during this three-month period, then that will be “a sign of our success”. With over 320 individuals using the space in some capacity, it has been confirming that this endeavor has been useful. Is our story over? Well, the doors closed on Friday and we await the adjudication of our application to the Community Capability & Resiliency fund. So keep an eye out, (maybe say a few prayers). If we are successful, the IncuHub doors will re-open for one year in October.

A big thanks to our incredible team of volunteers who consistently gave their time, experience, skills, and heart. I wholeheartedly believe that it takes a community to raise a child, and this new endeavor has been thoroughly nourished and sustained. To our sponsors and key supporters listed below, we couldn’t have done this without you, your intuitive and instant belief and commitment was incredible, they are:
Mackenzie District Council
Twizel Community Board
Twizel Library
Twizel Promotions
Twizel Community Care Centre
Wi******er Trust Foundation
Principled Leadership Institute
Sweet Moos Ice Cream Parlour

Warmest regards and stay safe,
sharon

24/08/2020

Due to continued interest, and demand for David Compton to come back for another Resume Workshop, our final Evening Seminar will focus on the Job Search process including creating a resume from an employers perspective.
Come on by and bring a friend. Thursday, 27 August. 7pm.

20/08/2020

Get started at Connected; your pathway to employment, education and training!

Connected.govt.nz

13/08/2020

What a surprise when our beautiful friend from Seven Sharp Rachel Parkin and her fam popped into see us while they were adventuring through the MacKenzie region. A few lollies may have been shared! Thanks
to for creating such wonderful opportunities to meet new friends!

12/08/2020

Let's Talk all great things Twizel was a huge hit last week. As part of our Brown Bag Lunch & Learn program, representatives from Twizel Promotions The Mackenzie District Council and the Twizel Community Board provided insights into their community initiatives and programs. Make sure to come by tmr, Thursday, Aug 13 at 12 noon as we round out this two-part series.

10/08/2020

With over 40 local cast and crew, this production is going to be incredible providing a great example of our community coming together during this unsettling time.

We've heard that it may be the only theatre production being held globally! Imagine! Globally! In Twizel!

Be prepared & grab your tickets early! You’ll go into a draw to win a $250 value pamper pack when your ticket is purchased during the month of August!

One month till The Sound of Music opens in Twizel! Get your tickets now as door sales may not be available and you do not want to miss out on seeing the first community production by MPA #3-5thSeptember

04/08/2020

Join us for this week's Brown Bag Lunch & Learn Series where we will be joined by the Twizel Community Board & Twizel Promotions talking all things great about our wonderful community as we move forward during this covid environment. Thursday. 12 pm. IncuHub.