Programmes & Workshops
We run workshops and programmes nationwide, bringing The Icehouse experience directly to Kiwi business owners and leaders.
Whether you’re in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, or beyond, you’ll have access to our expert coaching, practical tools, and powerful network.
Owner Manager Programme
Criteria
NZ business owners
$3M+ turnover
Time
3-days / month
Over 5 months
Format
Group sessions
In-person
Next Starts
30 Jul, Travelling
10 Sep, Auckland
The Owner Manager Programme will give you the confidence to put progressive plans in place for you and your business. You’ll refine and develop your skills through sessions with The Icehouse facilitators, external experts and fellow Owner Managers.
We’ve honed a growth formula that’s propelled hundreds of Kiwi-owned small and medium businesses to new heights.
Ownership Methodology
Review the key fundamentals of running and growing a business
Enhanced Effectiveness
Explore leverage points for productivity and efficiency
Seize the Moment
Identify growth opportunities and ways to handle changes
Manage Growth
Learn how to manage growth transitions, capacity and resources
Reach The Next Level
Understand and implement strategies for 'Significant Growth'
Grow Yourself
Harness the tools for confidence, motivation and enhanced leadership
Business Owner Programme
Criteria
NZ business owners
$1M - $3M turnover
Time
3 Days
Over 3 months
Format
Group sessions
In-person
Investment
$6,295 + GST
Support available
Next Starts
3 Apr, Hamilton
24 Jul, Invercargill
A unique learning environment for owners of Kiwi businesses, where' you'll develop the tools, support, and connections to drive progress and create a better business.
Action Planning
Network Of Support
Accountability and support from the other owners you're with
Effective Leadership Skills
Steps In The Right Direction
A broader outlook, and a clear sense of direction and goals
Practical Learning Environment
Enables implementation of skills into your business
1-on-1 Coaching Support
Support to implement the learnings from the programme into your business
Smart Governance Programme
Criteria
Mature Businesses
$5M+ Revenue
Time
5 Days
Over 3 months
Format
Group sessions
In-person
Investment
$7,850 + GST
Next Starts
29-30 May, Auckland
Smart Governance is designed for business owners ready to strengthen their boardroom confidence and lead with greater clarity. You’ll explore real-world governance practices alongside experienced facilitators and like-minded leaders, developing the structure, tools, and mindset to support smart governance.
Fit for Purpose Governance
Create a governance setup tailored to your business needs
Know Your Duties
Understand your full responsibilities as a director
Align on Strategy
Reassess your goals and strategy for future growth
Track What Matters
Use simple tools to monitor key drivers and performance
Manage Risk & Value
Gain clarity on cash flow, funding, and risk oversight
Empower Your Team
Delegate with confidence and build leadership resilience
Short-Form Workshops
Our short format workshops for Kiwi Business Owners, Leaders and Employees. Designed with content and application for specific core functions in a Kiwi business.
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2-Days | $2,295 + GST
Financial Skills Workshop
Gain a stronger understanding of financial reporting to develop better budgeting and cash flow management. Learn to read, forecast and manage the numbers behind the business and develop an action plan to improve financial stability.
2-Days | $2,295 + GST
Sales Skills Workshop
Whether your sales pipeline is stalled, or so busy that you are just reacting to your clients demands, in this workshop you will critique how you currently approach sales and learn some practical skills to help improve the way you approach sales going forward.
3 Days | $5,395 + GST
Owner Manager Exchange
Exclusively for alumni of the Owner Manager Programme, this is an opportunity to add an additional block, no matter how long ago you graduated. Review how you've gone, make plans for the next steps, and make the most of having a room full of experts and business owners at your disposal for a long weekend of learning and inspiration.
Leadership Development Programme
Criteria
Senior managers
$1M+ turnover
Time
7 Days
3 x monthly sessions
Format
Group sessions
In-person
Next Start
7 Apr 2024, Christchurch
12 May, Auckland
Leadership Skills
Build and lead successful teams, embed a performance culture, develop your communication skills, and understand the working styles of others
Business Planning
Think strategically and contribute to the planning and execution of the wider company strategy
Productivity & Efficiency
Embrace lean thinking, fine-tune business performance, and improve operational performance
Business Acumen
Build a strong foundation of business skills including finance, people management, digital thinking, change management, customer intimacy and operational efficiency
Personal Effectiveness
Evaluate your personal performance, learn effective time management, build resilience, explore emotional intelligence and wellbeing, and understand your own leadership and working style
A Project For The Business
Carry out a project on a tangible challenge or opportunity the business is facing, and present it to the owner
Emerging Leaders Programme
Criteria
New managers
$1M+ turnover
Time
6 x 1/2 days
Fortnightly
Format
Group sessions
In-person
Investment
$4,495+ GST
Support available
Next Starts
15 Apr 2025, Hamilton
21 May, Auckland
16 Sep, Tauranga
This programme equips new managers with essential skills such as leadership, strategy, and interpersonal effectiveness, enabling them to get the most out of the people in their team.
With a focus on applied learnings and embracing the benefits of peer connection, The Icehouse's Emerging Leaders Programme provides a strong platform for participants to launch their leadership careers, ultimately adding value to themselves as employees and to the business.
Leadership
Learn what it means to be a leader in a Kiwi business
The Importance of Strategy
How to think strategically and action and implement ideas
Creating Business Value
Identify growth opportunities and ways to handle change
Interpersonal Effectiveness
Improve your leadership, communication and management skills
Getting The Best From Others
Explore delegation techniques and performance management tools
Influencing
Harness the tools for confidence, motivation and enhanced leadership
Effective Leadership Programme
Criteria
Senior managers
$1M+ turnover
Time
6 x 1/2 Days
Fortnightly
Format
Group sessions
In-person
Investment
$4,495 + GST
Support available
Next Starts
16 Apr, Napier
3 Sep, Napier
A collaborative programme for leaders within small and medium sized businesses to build their influence and have a positive impact on the performance of the business.
Our experts will help your valued leaders focus on the big picture, build their strategic outlook and set personal goals to help drive their team forward.
Leadership Skills
Build and lead successful teams, embed a performance culture, develop your communication skills, and understand the working styles of others
Business Planning
Think strategically and contribute to the planning and execution of the wider company strategy
Productivity & Efficiency
Embrace lean thinking, fine-tune business performance, and improve operational performance
Business Acumen
Build a strong foundation of business skills including finance, people management, digital thinking, change management, customer intimacy and operational efficiency
Personal Effectiveness
Evaluate your personal performance, learn effective time management, build resilience, explore emotional intelligence and wellbeing, and understand your own leadership and working style
A Project For The Business
Carry out a project on a tangible challenge or opportunity the business is facing, and present it to the owner
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